When There Is Nothing Left But Love

When There Is Nothing Left But Love Chapter 278

His voice was low and soft. Clearly, he was trying to ease the tension between us.

I knew I shouldn’t be mad at him anymore unless I wanted a divorce.

After a brief hesitation, I shifted nearer. “It still hurts. I feel sleepy but I can’t fall asleep.”

He pulled me closer to him. “Mm, I know. Close your eyes and stop thinking of anything. You’ll fall asleep soon.”

It was already the next day by the time I woke up.

I thought Ashton would be at work, but he was still lying by my side with his eyes shut. Gazing at his Grecian nose, which cast a shadow on his cheek, my gaze trailed down his face. There was stubble on his chin as he stayed up late last night.

His sleeping figure was handsome and regal, a far cry from his usual icy demeanor. I couldn’t take my eyes off him.

I had a good night’s rest, so my brain was no longer muddled. I stood up to wash myself.

My movements must’ve startled him awake. He pulled me back to the bed, allowing my head to rest on his arm with a light peck on my forehead.

“You’re awake?”

I nodded dazedly. “Why are you not at work?”

He rubbed his chin against my cheek, his stubble prickling my face uncomfortably. “It’s the end of the year, so I will be busy at work soon. I slept in with you because I’m free today.”

I pressed my lips together. “But I have to go to work today!” OrbitTech and White Corporation had started on the project. I was only in charge of the progress, but I had to pay attention anyway.

come with you.” He

he

of my lip. “Does your company have a rule stating you can’t

No, but…

was an attractive man in an influential position. If

fine. It’s a great

a loss

go wash up!” I rose to my feet

the air outside.

after me. I noticed his dark eye circles.

you fall asleep

and replied,

That late?

morning, so I

me as he answered, “Jared told me to

What the heck?

wash up.

aback me. Why is he suddenly

instinctively before I caught myself in time. “You can take a shower. I’ll wait for

are you avoiding me? It’s not like you haven’t

Er…

my lips lightly and said, “Go on. Wash

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