Chapter 45

Chapter 45 Unforeseen Trouble “Hold up! I'll be right back!”

Clifton hastily ended the call, and now he lost interest in asking Harriet about her mother’s legacy.

His sole focus now was to return home to tackle the pressing issue.

“Mr. Delbert, my apologies. Something urgent has cropped up at home, so | must take my leave. I'll come by another day,” he announced hurriedly, forgetting his disguise as he dashed off.

Earlier on the phone, Bessie had informed him about an anonymous tip-off to the press, accusing him of tax evasion.

Journalists from major media outlets swarmed outside their house, vying for the scoop.

This left Clifton feeling flustered.

He had executed everything perfectly and had been certain th one would find out.

‘Who could be behind this leak? Could it be someone around me wondered.

Harriet shot a cold glance at Clifton’s retreating figure.

Considering her previous condition, Clifton had occasionally let his guard down around her.

Now that she had regained her intelligence, she was fully aware of what he had done.

Apart from the blow of the tax evasion accusation, there would be Clifton would have to bear the consequences of his actions.

“What? You're unwilling to see him leave?”

Suddenly, a warm breath tingled Harriet’s ears, causing them to flush red.

Harriet looked up, meeting Delbert’s deep eyes. They seemed to possess a mesmerizing power that drew her in.

She pouted and softly spoke. “Nah. | only care about you.”

Harriet confessed her feelings to Delbert, and then her next actions surprised everyone at the scene.

She slowly got up, sat down on his lap, and nestled into his arms.

“Delbert, were you upset this morning? Why didn’t you sleep with me?” she asked softly.

The servants were sensible enough to leave the two alone.

Though Delbert’s mind was in turmoil, his expression remained composed and solemn.

He playfully poked Harriet’s face with his finger, masking his inner delight.

“Yes, | was just upset with you. How should you compensate me?”

Aware of his playful intent, Harriet twiddled her fingers and blushed.” How about a kiss?”

“No, that won't do!”

Delbert pulled a straight face, but his raising tone indicated his pleasure.

“Name it then.”

Harriet gazed at him with pleading eyes and pouted like a child.

Delbert, unable to restrain himself any longer, approached her ear and whispered provocatively, causing Harriet to blush deeply.

He declared his desire to taste her there and then.

As Clifton returned home, he saw a throng of reporters outside the villa, brandishing cameras and microphones while bombarding.

Bessie with questions.