Upon discovering that Laneyâs departure had taken a toll on Garrett, leaving him tormented by insomnia and reliant on sleeping pills, Natalie couldnât help but feel a pang of guilt in her chest.
She pondered, had she not aided Laney in her departure, could Garrett and Laney have reconciled sooner? Perhaps, then, Garrett wouldnât be steeped in such misery.
Witnessing his friendâs anguish, Brandonâs heart ached, but his sharp tongue remained. With an icy countenance, he retorted, âHe brought this upon himself.
He deserves it. Now heâs filled with regret. But what did he do when Laney was hurt before?â Natalie elbowed Brandon subtly, urging him to refrain from berating Garrett in his current state.
Reluctantly, Brandon fell silent. After assisting the servant with settling Garrett, he returned to the villa with Natalie.
As Natalie prepared to relax on the sofa, she found herself swept up in Brandonâs arms, enveloped in a tight embrace. âWhat are you doing?â she protested, pushing against his chest to maintain distance. âIâm exhausted from everything that happened today.â Brandon gently held her hand, his voice low and sultry. âWhat transpired in the reception room earlier remains unfinished, and I long to continue...â A flush crept across Natalieâs cheeks, and she averted her gaze from Brandonâs intense stare. âI donât know what youâre talking about. I need to shower.â Brandon grasped her chin, compelling her to meet his eyes, desire palpable in his voice.
âYou truly donât recall? Allow me to jog your memory.â
Despite his advances, Natalieâs hands persisted in fending him off. Recognizing her genuine resistance, rather than flirtatious evasion, Brandon ceased his pursuit.
Puzzled, he inquired, âWhatâs wrong? Donât you want this?â With downcast eyes and quivering lashes, Natalieâs voice was tinged with sorrow. âWe havenât been using protection for some time, yet I still havenât conceived.â
Though empathetic toward Garrettâs predicament tonight, the sight of his charming nursery reminded her of her own childlessness, weighing heavily on her spirits.
Sitting up, Brandon offered reassurance. âLetâs have a check-up together soon, to put your mind at ease.â
Natalie nodded, but her countenance remained somber. Embracing her tenderly, Brandon consoled her, âDonât fret. Having a child is a matter of fate. If it hasnât happened yet, the time simply isnât right.â
âI hope so,â Natalie murmured, her tone still tinged with melancholy.
Teasingly, Brandon pinched her nose, jesting, âEven if thereâs an issue, itâs likely mine. Would you abandon me if I were unable to father a child?â
Natalieâs laughter bubbled forth, her spirits lifted by his comforting presence.
Seeing her mood brighten, Brandon felt a sense of relief. He reached out once more, eager to rekindle their earlier passion. However, Natalie firmly held his hand, fixing him with a disapproving gaze.
âAre we not continuing?â Brandon queried, his tone tinged with disappointment, akin to a lovelorn lady.
A mischievous grin danced upon Natalieâs lips. âAs I mentioned, Iâm off to bathe. Youâll have to gratify yourself,â she teased.
âVery well,â Brandon conceded, rolling over to rise.
Despite his enthusiasm, he respected Natalieâs desires. Recognizing her genuine reluctance, he ceased his advances and dutifully retreated to his study to attend to work matters.
As Brandon poured over a document, a knock on the door interrupted his focus.
Brandon directed his gaze toward the door.
In an instant, his eyes widened, disbelief etched upon his face.
Outside the door, Natalie donned a black, sexy lingerie piece she had designed herself. Her stunning face blushed slightly, only adding to her enchanting and breathtaking allure.
The lingerie emphasized her full, round breasts and long, straight legs, which shimmered in the light like delicate diamonds, tempting anyone who laid eyes on her.
Brandonâs Adamâs apple moved involuntarily, making it difficult for him to speak. Finally, he stammered, âNatalie, you...â
Blushing, Natalie offered a shy smile.
âIâve been planning this for a long time. I wanted to surprise you.â
Before she could finish, Brandon strode over, swept her into his arms, and eagerly carried her towards the bedroom.
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ï¤Chapter 1329 Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen ï¤Chapter 1187 âBrandon...â Natalie wrapped her arms around his neck, whispering softly, âDo I look good?â
Tossing Natalie onto the bed, Brandon yanked off his tie. His gaze burned with intensity. âYou look absolutely stunning. I can hardly wait to make love to you and kiss every inch of your body.â After uttering these words, he lifted her legs and eagerly bent down to kiss her.
Her full breasts seemed even more firm and perky with the support of the lingerie. Brandon cupped them gently, feeling their softness. The beautiful sight before him and his own desires stirred his emotions.
Natalie shivered as she felt the warmth of his body. âBrandon...â
Her words were met with a deep, passionate kiss.
With one hand holding her tenderly, he used the other to explore her body. The alluring lingerie hugged her curves, accentuating her beauty.
His gentle touches elicited soft sighs of pleasure from Natalie.