Resent, Reject, Regret

Chapter 917 Do I Have to Lie to You?

Feeling refreshed after using the women’s bath gel, Brendan held and embraced Deirdre in his arms. Seeking compliments, he asked, “Am I still smelly this time?” “Yes,” said Deirdre bluntly and stubbornly. “Please don’t come into my room at this time. I don’t want to handle the trouble when Charlene comes looking for you.”

Upon sensing something, Brendan lifted Deirdre’s chin with his fingertips, stared at her facial expression, and pondered. “Are you angry?” “It’s just an act. Why should I be angry?” replied Deirdre rather embarrassedly.

“In that case, why am I feeling that you are as jealous as a cat?” Brendan chuckled.

“You have been overthinking. I just find it bothersome-” murmured Deirdre.

But before she could finish her words, Brendan’s lips met hers. Their breaths were mixed up and messy. When they were done, Brendan said,” Deirdre, if only you could somewhat harden your heart.” “What do you mean?” asked Deirdre, looking pale.

me,” Brendan said instead

hint of confusion flashed across Deirdre’s eyes. She had been under the impression she was hiding her true feelings well,

didn’t care about who Brendan slept with, but she cared

fool

doing was to fool Charlene, she

Charlene isn’t a fool. I can tell whether you two did it by just listening to her and whether she feels guilty. Since the two of you are together, is there a need to lie? Or are you treating me as

being deceived and was getting angry. She pushed herself away from

rose to his feet as well. His eyes were smiling as he explained,” Do you think I need to lie to you? Charlene truly thinks we did it, but that’s only because

startled and

one thirsty and confused. After I had her turn off the lights,