Nathan was so frustrated. Despite his desires, he understood the importance of her health, so he reluctantly quelled the urge to take her to bed and have his way.
He held her close in his arms, seeking comfort, and eventually drifted off to sleep, though his restless heart still yearned for more.
Meanwhile, over at Cyrus’ villa.
Inside the bedroom, a steamy scene unfolded between Cyrus and Noelle.
The white curtains were drawn shut, adorned with shimmering lights that cast a soft, romantic glow across the room.
Pressing his body against Noelle’s obsessively, Cyrus gasped slightly and gently stroked her delicate cheek with the back of his hand.
With tenderness in his voice, he inquired.
“You’re not seriously thinking about ending things between us, are you?”
Noelle shook her head obediently, her eyes fixed on his.
“No. I can’t bear the thought of being away from you.”
Her response lit up his face, and their lips met again in a passionate ki*s.
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But she pushed him back and muttered, “Enough. I’m exhausted.”
Turning onto his side, he propped himself against the bed’s headboard.
He pulled the quilt over his naked lower body and his exposed chest showed off his well-built frame. A sheen of sweat still glistened on his skin from their Lovemaking.
Drawing her close, he held her tightly and said seriously, “Noelle, I really hope you’ll find the strength to confront your fears and give returning to the Shaw family’s house another shot. I’ll admit, I have a
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bit of a hidden agenda here. If the Shaw family acknowledges you as one of their own, it’ll be like a golden ticket for our marriage. There won’t be whispers or sneers from anyone. So, for the sake of our future, I’m hoping you’ll give it a shot. But don’t worry. No matter what happens, I will never give up on you.
I’ll be right there by your side, tackling whatever hurdles come our way.”
Noelle was mute for a while.
With her emotions settling, she found herself grasping his perspective.
Taking another shot at this wasn’t going to hurt, right?
“Alright, I promise you. Once I wrap up work, I’ll call Mekhi and head back home with him.”
Cyrus planted a contented ki*s on her forehead with a smile playing on his Lips.
Noelle let out a sigh. Whenever the Shaw family came to mind, it dragged along memories of the terrifying incident she’d faced on that top floor.
“cyrus, do you recall the time I stayed at the Shaw residence to help Lucinda find evidence to prove Kyson’s questionable lineage?”
“Absolutely, I haven’t forgotten. Going back wasn’t on your agenda after that.” Cyrus gave an understanding nod.