NovelEnglishWhen it was over, she leaned against his shoulder, avoiding his gaze, the air thick with tension.
Yet Marcus teased her. Mrs. Fowler, were a couple now. Why are you still so shy about getting intimate with me? It was normal for newlyweds to act on impulse.
So Marcus whisked Melissa away to their apartment, spending the whole morning lost in each others embrace.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtCaught up in Marcus passion, Melissa couldnt resist his bedroom prowess, When Melissa finally snapped out of it, the clock showed three in the afternoon. Her phone jolted her awake.
It was Albert, asking her to pick someone up at the airport.
After the call, Melissa felt dazed for a moment.
She groaned inwardly. The person she was fetching was Paulina Waston, Alberts fathers legal wife.
Albert had probably chosen Melissa for this mission for a reason.
Itd be awkward for him to show up himself; but as his right-hand woman as well as the acting CEO of the Waston Groups Duefron branch, Melissa was the perfect fit.
Melissa braced herself, knowing Paulina probably wasnt coming with good intentions.
With a sigh, she got up and headed to the shower.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmGazing at the marks on her skin in the mirror, she muttered, Damn it, Marcus! As she finished showering, a towel-wrapped figure enveloped her.
Marcus hugged her from behind, nuzzling her neck as he asked, Why are you up so early? As Melissa dried off, Marcus playfully teased her.
Turning around, she wrapped her arms around him. Ive got a pick-up at the airport. Work stuff, you know.
Marcus snickered.
Is this Alberts bright idea, huh? Seriously, His family mess shouldnt be your problem.
Melissa leaned in, planting a kis on Marcus chin.
Was she trying to appease him, perhaps? Marcus relented. Alright, alright. But lets grab a bite first. Then Ill chauffeur you to the airport! Melissa couldnt believe Marcus was actually willing to compromise.
Marcus grinned. Now that were married, how can | still be tough on you? Im turning over a new leaf Ill be more chill and considerate!
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