Chapter 267

She couldn’t take his Likely scorn after laying her wounds bare to him, begging silently for a final act of kindness.

How she hoped he could just leave and say nothing more.

“Lindsey,” Domenic said, his voice reaching down to her.

Her heart squeezed tight, pain surging through her as she tensed her fingers, leaving deep indents.

Chayce watched, arms crossed, expecting Domenic to throw Lindsey away in anger.

Instead, Domenic caught Lindsey’s wrist gently and asked softly, “Why didn’t you come to me sooner?”

Lindsey offered a self-mocking smile.

Was Domenic upset with her for keeping it a secret for so long?

She took a deep breath and raised her eyes to Domenic.

Fighting back her deep sadness, she said stubbornly, “Mr.

Walsh, I apologize for not telling you for so long.

I’ve been dishonest with you.

Now that you know everything, you can Leave.

Don’t-“

But before she could finish, Domenic enveloped her in a hug, his face nestled in her long, fragrant hair, his fresh fragrance surrounding her.

Chayce’s eyes went wide in shock.

What was happening?! He was expecting a heated argument, not a sudden public display of affection.

“Mr.

Walsh, you-” Lindsey was bewildered.

Why was Domenic holding her so closely instead of pushing her away?

“Foolish girl, you should’ve told me before.

I’ve had the wrong idea about you for too long.

”

Why was his voice still so gentle and pampering?

Lindsey was stunned.

“Mr.

Walsh, you- Aren’t you upset about it?”

Domenic nestled his face in her neck, letting out a happy chuckle.

“You were worried I’d be upset, right? Is that why you kept it from me?”

Lindsey, slightly dazed, nodded.

“I was scared you’d despise me, look down on me, and just leave me behind-“

“Why are you so afraid? Is it because you’re in love with me?”

“I-” Pressed close to his firm chest, hearing his s@xy voice, Lindsey’s cheeks flushed, her body relaxing.

“Yes, I’m in love with you.

That’s why I’m more afraid of getting hurt by you.

I didn’t want to risk you hurting me.

”

Domenic lifted his gaze to meet her clear eyes and couldn’t help but smile.

“Silly girl, I’d be more than happy to protect you.

How could I ever harm you?”

“Why?” Lindsey looked at him in confusion.

Domenic whispered softly into her ear, “Because you’re mine.

Since that night, you’ve belonged to me.

”

“What?” Lindsey’s eyes widened in astonishment and asked, “You mean that night? At the Harmony Hotel?”

Recalling that night, Domenic couldn’t help but let out a chuckle.