Chapter 1183
Cornelia snapped back to reality, hastily tearing off Marcusâ sleeve to bandage his wound. Luckily, Zavier didnât get the chance to fire a second shot. Ayden was the first one to rush in and subdue Zavier, followed by the airport security, who managed to control the situation and set up a cordon. Thankfully, Dr. Lester was also there, he immediately took out his medical kit and treated Marcusâ wound
Marcus wasnât seriously injured, just a few scratches on his skin, but Cornelia was tearyâeyed with worry. âJeremy, you big dummy! Donât you realize how dangerous it was? You could have been killed if that bullet was off by just a bit. You idiot, why do you have to be so reckless? Canât you think of yourself when youâre in danger?â
Cornelia kept scolding Marcus for being a fool, her eyes filled with tears.
Marcus pulled her into his arms with his unharmed hand, âSilly girl, itâs because youâre my wife. Iâve heard people say, âthe husband should take care of his wifeâ
Cornelia mumbled, âThatâs oldâfashioned.â
Marcus shook his head, âI donât think itâs oldâfashioned, A husband should be able to withstand any danger. Even if the sky falls, he should protect his wife from all dangers.â
Cornelia said with emotion, âYou canât be so reckless in the future.â
The future? Did he have a future? Did they have a future?
Marcus hoped for a future more than anyone else. But he knew there was no future for him.
Marcus gently touched Corneliaâs head and softly said, âOkayâ.
Because of the incident, the airport was closed for a few hours, only resuming operations after a thorough security check and upgrade.
As a result, Cornelia and Marcus didnât get back to Riverton until one oâclock in the morning.
Austin drove them straight back to Celestial Chateau.
Cornelia was tired and fell asleep in Marcusâ arms during the ride.
When they arrived at Celestial Chateau, Marcus didnât wake Cornelia, but carried her straight to their room.
Patricia was about to greet them but when she saw Cornelia asleep, she quickly shut her mouth, showing a kind smile. If it wasnât so late, she would have immediately reported to Granny Luisa at the Hartley Mansion that Mr. Hartley and Mrs. Hartleyâs relationship was getting better.
Back in the room, Marcus gently put Cornelia on the bed, then went to the bathroom to get a towel to wash her face. But as soon as he let go, Cornelia grabbed him. With a strong pull, Marcus lost his balance, his tall body leaning towards her.
His lips just happened to land on hers, and Cornelia took the opportunity to kiss him.
Marcus propped himself up, not allowing her to get her way, âI havenât showered yet.â
Cornelia tugged at his shirt, her hand quickly slipping inside, âHow about we shower together?â
Why would Marcus have a reason to say no?