Could Timothy truly feel inferior? Mia gazed at Timothy in absolute astonishment. As the rightful heir of the Barrett family, he had always carried himself with an air of grandeur.
So, to hear him utter such words of self-doubt before her was simply unfathomable. If anyone were to hear this proclamation, it would undoubtedly shatter their perception of him.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtAt that moment, Mia couldn't help but question if the man standing before her was truly Timothy. While he appeared to be Timothy at first glance, it becclear that he was someone entirely different.
His voice was hoarse. "Don't givesuch pitiful looks." Mia's expression took on a hint of embarrassment, and her current mood was honestly quite complicated.
After all, the proud and remarkable man standing before her was once the man she had a crush on and whom she truly admired from the depths of her being. As an orphan, she struggled with low self-esteem. Yet, she considered herself incredibly fortunate to have bechis wife.
Those five years of marriage represented the love of her youth, a tshe had dedicated to one man. However, youth was the tribute paid. Consequently, her love for Timothy ended in divorce.
Nevertheless, she never expected that Timothy was actually the illegitimate son of the Barrett family! This secret was truly unexpected and shocking! She had once pondered the reason Timothy took Luna to the Barrett family and why he was so kind to Asher. As it turned out, there was a deeper reason behind his actions. Luna's husband was Timothy's biological brother, and Asher was his biological nephew. The connection between them ran through their shared bloodline.
Mia cleared her throat and replied firmly, "You are mistaken. Why should I empathize with you? I would rather empathize with the beggar on the roadside, than do the sfor you. Frankly, your current life is much more fortunate than that of the beggar." "Mia, I must confess that I used to be quite a badass. I didn't take marriage or relationships seriously enough. I let you down, completely oblivious to the kindness you showed me. I sincerely hope that you can..." Mia interrupted him in time, "Stop! Don't be so sentimental. It's not typical of you." "What should I look like in your view?" Timothy held her tightly and gazed at her intensely.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmMia struggled to catch her breath as she uttered, "Don't women always pursue you?" "Yes, indeed." His voice was deep. Mia silently perceived him as rather narcissistic.
The next moment, Timothy crouched down to meet her eye-to-eye. At that moment, both of them locked eyes at the slevel. Mia gasped for air, her voice trembling, "What are you doing?" His gaze was intense. "I want to kiss you." Mia felt the heat rush to her face et upon hearing those words. With resolve, she pushed him away and firmly declared, "Your idea is intriguing, but it's important to note that it is illegal. Are you aware of that? If I obtain a lawyer's letter, I have the power to bankrupt you. Can you even fathom the consequences?" et She struggled to break free, but Timothy held her firmly in his arms. He hugged her dominantly, and there was a hint of mischief in his voice may have been teasing you, but it's clear that you are taking this seriously. After all, your brother is a barrister." "It's great that you're aware. I'm no longer the inferior person I once was during my marriage to you five years ago." "I know, so I can only dream about these things." His gaze grew intense, direct, and unabashed.
Mia had been going through a marital discord for three years and exactly what his gaze meant.
alted her head, avoiding his She gaze, and said, "You... letgo."