Chapter 532
Chapter 532
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me of integrity. How could he possibly have committed embezzlement? at the time, the medence was irrefutable. had waisted to protect him, there was nothing he could do. What was originally a death sentence was commuted to exde. It was a mercy that his life was spared”
After he finished speaking, Michael shot a wary glance at Kelsey and sternly repeated his warning. “Under no circumstances can this reach a third person’s ears. If it does, Athena will be in grave danger”
Willow clenched her jaw in silent fury, her eyes alight with resentment.
Willow thought bitterly. He hasn’t even looked me in the eye since coming back, yet keeps calling Athens so affectionately!
Kelsey nodded, a wave of belated fear washing over her. “West assured, the Osborne family only seeks to protect itself. We certainly won’t meddle in such
“So that’s why Michael rushed to save Athena. The Queen actually wanted her dead, Kelsey realized with a chill
A wave of belated fear washed over Kelsey.
Kelsey couldn’t help but secretly resent Athena for being such a constant source of trouble. In 1 past, Athena had founded Michael. Now, Michael
couldn’t seem to let her go.
Kelsey felt utterly drained. With a weary wave of her hand, she said, “I’m quite exhausted. You two should head back to your room p>
“Yes, Mother,” Willow answered respectfully, though inwardly pleased.
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Once Kelsey had departed, Willow stepped closer to Michael and called out in a soft, gentle voice, “My
Michael responded with an indifferent grunt and left it at that.
Willow boldly linked her arm through Michael’s before gazing up at him with hopeful eyes. “You must be so worn out after all these days. Let me draw you a hot bath to ease your weariness p>
Michael didn’t give it much thought. Travel–worn and weary, he really needed a hot bath.
Michael nodded woanly. “Alright”
Willow’s eyes sparkled with triumph. Upon returning to their courtyard, she immediately ordered the maid to draw a bath.
Willow thot Nona a meaningful glance, and Nona nodded knowingly.
Nona athen went to the incense burner and lit the incense
Fragrant smoke curled from the bronze incense burner, filling the air with its heady aroma.
Michael sat in the bathtub with his eyes closed when suddenly a pair of soft, delicate hands crept around his neck.
sel felt his skir
Pressed against Willow’s soft body, Michael felt his skin flush pink.
Michael frowned slightly as he opened his eyes, only to find willow standing before him, wearing nothing but a thin, revealing undergarment.
“My lord, let me attend to your bath,” Willow murmured coyly, her cheeks flushed with anticipation as she gazed at Michael.
Michael suddenly felt a wave of heat rush through his body, an unfamiliar desire stirring deep within him
Willow slowly drew closer, her hand reaching for Michael’s face. However, his hand suddenly shot out and seized her wrist in a vice–like grip
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A sharp pain shot through Widow’s wrist, hinking her frown
walew looked at Michael, her eyes brimming with hurt and confusion. “My lord, you’re hurting me,” she murmured plaintively
Michael fixed her with a piercing state, his gaze turning icy. “What did you do?
Willow’s heart lunched as Michael’s piercing gaze tentativer down her spine.
Still Willow forced herself to deny it. “Nothing at all p>
Michael’s keen eyes saw right through the panic in Willow’s gare
Michael demanded. “If you’ve done nothing, then why won’t you look me in the eye p>
Willow whimpered, her eyes red rimmed with tears. “Michael, please don’t talk to me like that. I’m scared p>
In the past, whenever Willow put on this pitiful act, Michael’s heart would always ache for her unbearably.
But now, Michael’s icy stare bore into her as his grip on her wrist tightened. “Tell me p>
With a deep, commanding bark, Michael’s military authority erupted, making Willow shriek in pain.
When she looked up again,
tears were streaming down her face.
She thought, ‘How could I say it?
“If Michael ever found out about the despicable tricks I used, he’d surely despise me even more p>
Gritting her tooth against the pain, Willow shook her head wildly. “My lord, I swear I didn’t do anything p>
With one powerful shove, Michael sent Willow sprawling onto the floor.
Michael sprang out of the tub, hastily threw on his clothes, and stormed out.
His sharp
p gaze swept across the room before locking onto the incense burner.
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Sara Lili
Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland’s breathtaking cold.