Chapter 756:
However, Belinda completely ignored him, happily chatting away with Harlee.
Seeing his wife already treating Harlee like a daughter-in-law, Jose felt a headache creeping in. What could he do now? As the nominal head of the family, he couldnât control his son and certainly didnât have the guts to challenge his wife. So, he decided to find another way to break Rhys and Harlee apart.
Over the years, Jose had become quite adept at being submissive in front of his wife, making sure he did anything that might warrant his wifeâs displeasure discreetly.
Harlee hadnât expected her first visit to be so effortless. She thought there would be at least a few deliberate obstacles thrown her way.
It seemed an investigation was indeed needed.
As the day unfolded, much like the one before, Harlee and Rhys spent the afternoon busy with their own tasks. It wasnât until evening that they reunited at Remson Manor.
Harlee went upstairs to freshen up.
By the time she came downstairs, Rhys had already prepared a steaming bowl of noodles accompanied by a large dish of shrimp.
Harlee rushed over, slipping her arms around Rhys from behind. She spoke teasingly, her voice laced with mischief.
âYou are becoming quite the chef. Keep it up.â
Rhys spun around in her embrace, wrapping his arms around her waist with a grin.
âOf course. I will be your exclusive cook. Will you take care of me, Lee?â
âNo doubt about that, and only you,â she answered, tapping his lips lightly with her finger, her eyes smoldering with playful allure.
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âTrying to tempt me, are you? Do you understand the risks?â Rhys murmured, his voice low and teasing, as he leaned closer.
His warm breath skimmed Harleeâs ear as he gently nibbled her earlobe.
A shiver coursed through Harlee. Rhysâ closeness consumed her senses, his mouth finding hers with an intensity that overwhelmed her, passion crashing over her in endless waves.
Lost in the moment, Rhysâ fingers slid to the back of her head, steadying her as his other hand traveled along her waist.
His commanding kiss pulled her deeper into his grasp.
As Harleeâs strength waned, her legs threatened to buckle. Rhysâ firm arm encircled her, lifting her effortlessly onto the table.
His hands remained on her hips, his lips trailing fervent kisses from her jawline to the delicate curve of her neck and shouldersâ¦
Their breaths mingled as they rested their foreheads together, their chests rising and falling with labored effort.
âI could claim you right here and now,â Rhys murmured, his voice rough and loaded with desire.
Harlee leaned against his broad chest, her body pliant. They stayed close, basking in the intimacy until an unexpected growl from her stomach shattered the quiet.
Laughter spilled from them, warm and unrestrained.
Rhys had eaten earlier from a spread Hamilton had prepared, leaving him content.
After sharing a few forkfuls of spaghetti, he cleaned his hands and returned to sit across from Harlee. With careful precision, he peeled the shells off the shrimp and presented the tender meat to her lips.
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