Chapter 465
Chapter 465 Chapter 465
The way he talked, with those thoughtful pauses and the way his voice went up at the end, was like a neon sign flashing his guy instincts to take charge.
Evangeline could tell she had snagged his interest. The party was buzzing, and after a string of dull days, that charming-voiced, frog-masked 'little brother' had her feeling mischievous. "Smart cookie, aren't you?" she teased, her fingers dancing along his chiseled jawline.
"What if I'm getting curious about you?"
"That's easy to handle. He had a quick answer for that.
In a flash, his hand was around her wrist, pulling her close. His breath was warm against her ear, and his lips barely brushed her skin.
"It's simple. You take me away, or I take you away. Your call."
That was intriguing.
Evangeline narrowed her eyes, a playful glint in them, as she pondered the mystery of her could she, a woman in the full bloom of pregnancy, captivate someone so completely? own allure. How
Alas, Evangeline was small and quick on her feet. With a subtle twist, she danced out of the man's grasp. Facing the masked man, she gestured with effortless grace to the side and declared firmly, "I'm not picking either option. It's time for you go.
She had never questioned her allure, but these were extraordinary times, and her safety was paramount. She had to be cautious of strangers who appeared out of nowhere, showing an intense interest in her.
However, the masked man seemed unfazed by Evangeline's aloof demeanor. He leaned in closer, his voice laced with a hint of reproach, "How quickly you become distant. One moment you're intrigued by me, and the next you're showing me the door..." His voice faded, but his hand moved with surprising speed. Before Evangeline could even react, she was scooped up by her waist.
"Too bad, even if you change your mind, it's already too late.
Walter's deep, raspy voice sent a shiver down her spine
Who would have guessed that the man who had been so sweetly attentive was none other than Walter, the president of Gordon Group and the star of the night's party? Evangeline was so stunned that she did not even think to resist, letting him carry her through the yacht's
corridors.
At that moment, she was the picture of gentleness.
Walter cradled Evangeline in his arms, his brow creasing with worry.
Over three months had passed, yet she felt so light. Too light. If Evangeline was not thriving, how could their baby be?
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Chapter 465
Lost in his thoughts, Walter did not realize he had arrived at their special spot-the yacht's top deck, transformed into a haven just for Evangeline.
The ceiling, a sheet of clear glass, bathed them in warm sunlight by day and offered a blanket of stars by night.
He gently laid Evangeline on the bed and slipped off her shoes with tender care. She jerked her feet back in shock, unused to such pampering. "Walter, what are you doing?" she asked, her voice laced with surprise.