Chapter 48
In the room, Oliver looked at Leon with open disdain. His tone was full of mockery, “Look who’s still crying like a baby Big kids don’t shed tears, you
Leen stared at Oliver, his eyes wide in disbelief. He couldn’t recognize this cold, menacing version of the boy in front of hi
Oliver leaned in closer, his voice low and threatening “Listen, this is my bourse now. You better behave.
Tmake you regret it”.
Lean instinctively stepped back, his face pale. He had never seen her this cruel. For a moment, i
Later that night, Elza slipped into a silky, revealing nightgown and made her way to Victor’s bedroom. She knocked on the door door open.
Victor was sitting on the edge of the bed, his brows furrowed. His
His mind was clearly still troubled by what had happened to Lede
“Hey, you’re still up?” Eliza walked over
Victor replied, “Leon keeps getting into fights with other kids. If this goes on, I’m afraid he’s going down the wrong
Eliza placed a gentle hand on his shoulder and sat beside him. “Leon is just a kid He doesn’t understand everything yet. You just need to ch patiently. Don’t stops yourself too much.”
She then suggested, “Vic, you look exhausted today. Let me give you a massage, alrigh
Victor’s gaze fell on Eliza. Her nightgown dipped low at the neckline, revealing her smooth skin and a delicate collarbone. The sheer fabric clung to her curves, and under the warm light, she looked even more alluring
His Adam’s apple bobbed unconsciously, while heat flickered in his eyes.
Seeing that he didn’t refuse, Elica placed her slender fingers on his shoulders, her touch soft and soothing
She began at his neck, gently pressing along the vertebrae with her fingers. Then she moved down to his shoulder blades. Her thumbs circled slowly kneaded each tense muscle with practiced care.
She spoke up, “Vic, do you remember what you once told me! When we get married, you’d love me forever, and only me
As Victor heard those words, a memory rose unbidden–Eliza leaning over her desk back in school, stealing glances at him, ner eyes filed with adoration.
She asked him the same question back then in just as solta voice.
do.” Victor replied instinctively, his voice hoarse and low. His eyes lingered on her face, his breathing gradually growing heavier.
However, he suddenly opened his eyes and caught her hand. “Elle, …”
“Vic, relax” Liza gently moved his hand away and returned hars to his shoulders. This time, her movements were even softer and more eating
Victor’s restraint began to slip.
Eliza’s fingers trailed up to his cheek. Her voice tomed to a whisper. “Vic, do you know! Over all these years, I’ve never stopped loving you. I think of you constantly, even in my dreams. Vic, I love you. truly love you.”
She leaned in close. Her breath was warm
was warm and fragrant, brushing softly against skin as she drew nearer
Victor didn’t push her way, instead, he ruched out, his fingertips gliding over the curve of her back, feeling the silk and the warmth of her skin beneath
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Chapter 48
His hand followed the line of her spine, lingering at every subtle dip. His breathing became uneven, his pulse racing.
Just as Eliza’s lips were about to touch his, a familiar image flashed through Victor’s mind–Serena
Abruptly, he placed both hands on Eliza’s shoulders and gently pushed her back.
Eliza paused, a bit startled. Her eyes, which had been soft and inviting, cleared in an instant. She stared at him, emotions swirling in her looked like she wanted to say something but stopped herself.
Victor shut his eyes, No matter how he tried, he couldn’t banish Serena’s face from his mind. He had to turn his head away and say, “Sorry, Elfe, I’m too tired tonight. Why don’t you go to sleep now?”
Eliza’s smile faltered just for a second before she regained her usual gentleness, “Wright, Have a good dream.”
After speaking, she walked toward the door, but the faint stiffness in her back betrayed the unwillingness she refused to speak loud
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