The CEO’s Ex-Wife Is A Famous Doctor

The CEO’s Ex-Wife Is A Famous Doctor By LiLhyz Chapter 118: Keith’s Proposal

The question took Keith aback. He knew he was bound to have this talk with her, but did not have the courage to ask. He was somewhat relieved that Karise brought it up first. Keith replied, “Karise, what do you think? I’ve been practically living with you and paying for your apartment?”

“That is not the answer to my question, Keith!” Karise said. “I can’t read your mind. Tell me.”

‘ And what about you? Aren’t you going to tell me your stand in this relationship?” Keith sought. “You haven’t said anything either.”

“You are the man, so you go first,” Karise insisted.

With a sigh, Keith shut his eyes for a second. Then, finally, he softly replied, “Shanty will always have a special place in my heart because we formed a good bond in Warlington, but that’s all we will ever be, friends.”

“Yes, I wanted to be with her, but it’s not the same anymore.” He clenched his jaws and revealed, “I never told anyone this, but back in Warlington, when Shanty was trapped in the fire, I failed to save her. When Evan walked in, not caring for his own life, I saw full determination in his eyes. Honestly, I realized then that the way I felt for Shanty was no greater than Evan’s. I started acknowledging how I would never win against Evan. I realized she deserved that; someone who could love her better.”

“When Shanty relocated to Rose Hills with Evan’s help, I gave Evan his blessing. I backed off completely, but it wasn’t until about two months ago that I thoroughly allowed myself to let go. It was when Shanty and I had that talk,” he added. “Shanty told me to move on completely, and I agreed that I should. So, I… I opened my eyes.”

“There was no one else I could think of moving on to but you.” He walked closer to Karise and stroked her hair as he described, “You comforted me, you listened to me, and you understood me. Other women would try to seduce me, but with you, it started with just… talking, you know.”

“You were there for me when I needed a friend. I started looking forward to seeing you. You made me laugh. You put me at ease, and I wanted to spend more time with you. Honestly, I don’t want to be intimate with anyone else but you,” Keith said.

Karise narrowed her eyes at him, saying, “Oh, so I should be thankful that you keep me up most nights.”

A chuckle left Keith’s lips. He reluctantly replied, “Ah. In a way, yes, because I’ve never been a one-woman kind of guy, going on for months. And we have been doing this thing for some time. I thought only Shanty could possibly change me into a better person, but surprisingly, since we started our arrangement, I haven’t slept with other women. I only went out with you to parties, occasional dinners, and whatnot. Plus, when we, somewhat became exclusive -”

“We were exclusive?!” Karise asked, bemused.

“Don’t play with me, Karise! Did you see other men in the past two months?! ” Keith angrily asked.

“No!” Karise answered. “We have been spending too much time together; I don’t have the time to see other men

“Exactly my point!” Keith said, his voice raised. “That’s when we became somewhat exclusive. Oh, come on, Karise, I am practically living in your apartment. I have clothes in your closet and have been paying for your flat for two months. What do you think that all means?”

clarity!” Karise objected. “Tell

we should live together. That way, we

upon them. Karise was utterly surprised. Her face burned as the words left her

“Yes,” Keith nodded.

live with you? You’ll live at

move in with me,” Keith replied. “I have nothing against your house, but my

my own room?” Karise

of living with me if you will have

Karise asked. The admission and offer were so overwhelming to Karise that she doubted if it were true, ‘Was this the same

and revealed, “For days now, I’ve been thinking about taking you to my house, but I haven’t been able to ask. Honestly, I was afraid you would say

women had ever been to my penthouse. You are the

Karise’s eyes widen, and she bit her lip. If anything, Keith

her arms crawling up to his chest, Karise softly asked,

think about. I swear, it’s not just sex. I like you a lot, Karise Myers. I ask that we take a more serious route in this

signs of doubt in his eyes, she answered, “Okay.”

out for a few seconds before she admitted, “Keith, I feel the same way. I like you a lot, and I want

for taking a chance on me. I know I am not the best boyfriend candidate in the world. I can’t promise to be perfect, but I’ll work hard. I am

and pecked her knuckles, saying, “Try to be patient and tell me what I am doing

I am a little scared, but

other. After a while, Kieth

bit her lip and seductively replied, “I wanna

*•**

She smiled at the thought of what they did last night, but at the same

get more sleep,”

She could only imagine it was her friends. She had practically abandoned

get the phone,” she

for Karise’s phone from the bedside table and gave it to