The Wrong Woman

Chapter 157

Suzanne finally regained her composure as she met Nathan’s earnest gaze. His touch brought a soothing warmth to her cheeks.

“Were we pitted against each other?” she asked sheepishly.

When Nathan affirmed with a nod, Suzanne attempted to pursue further. Yet, she found herself stumbling over her words.

With a deep sigh, Nathan stated sternly, “Next time you’re upset, don’t jump straight to divorce. Talk to me about it, alright?”

Suzanne stared at him with tearful eyes and nodded obediently. Seeing that, Nathan felt a wave of relief wash over him as his fingers hesitatingly trailed down her delicate face.

An uneasy silence then settled between them. Suzanne fidgeted, her gaze shifting nervously until it settled on Nathan’s shoulder.

“Is your wound alright?” she asked with concern, oblivious to

on her rosy lips.

hummed in response, Suzanne breathed a sigh of relief

at his reassurance.

suggested, her embarrassment evident as she struggled

turned to leave, Nathan seized her arm and called out to her. Startled, Suzanne turned back to

the serene ambiance of the greenhouse, Nathan peered into Suzanne’s eyes with a fervent intensity as his

drew Suzanne nearer, closing the distance

her rosy lips, he leaned in to capture them in a tender

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trembled with anxiety as she realized they stood in the public greenhouse frequented by Florence. The thought of her catching them kissing filled Suzanne with dread and embarrassment.

urged, pushing Nathan. away and breaking free from his embrace. After gathering her composure, she turned

of sadness and emptiness washed over

Stepping into the living room, she found Sally engaged in conversation

and asked pretentiously,” There

fury within Suzanne. When she remembered Sally’s attempts to sabotage her relationship with Nathan, her