Ignoring her protest, Jarrod proceeded to undress her and lower her into the water.
His grip was firm as he said bluntly, âWeâve had s@x before.
And you feel sick at me now?â
Nicoleâs cheeks flushed as Jarrod washed her without a hint of emotion.
Then, Jarrod refilled the tub until the water was pristine.
Despite the scars that marred his back which was a testament to his challenging life abroad, Jarrodâs hands remained well-cared for.
His fingers were slender, his nails immaculate, lending a certain elegance to his hands, much like his handsome face.
Yet, when he touched her, Nicole could feel the hardness of calluses against her skin, a stark reminder of his roughness.
Instinctively, Nicole shied away from his touch.
Jarrod scoffed at her reaction.
âConsider yourself lucky.
There are plenty of women who want to get laid with me.
â
Jarrod demanded her attention, his tone laced with dissatisfaction.
âYou ought to be grateful I have s@x with you.
Do you get that?â
Confidence in this regard was not foreign to Jarrod.
Beyond his allure, he prided himself on his prowess.
The condition was his willingness to be gentle.
Amongst the women in Ardlens he was willing to be gentle, Nicole stood out in her reluctance, a stark contrast to Jamie.
Unimpressed, Nicole replied icily, âThe waterâs getting cold.
â
Her retort cut through Jarrodâs words.
Although he was in a foul mood, he nonetheless wrapped her in a towel and carried her to the bed.
Exhausted, Nicole lay there silently.
She thought Jarrod wouldnât spend the night here because of his wedding tomorrow.
Tormented by an excruciating stomachache, Nicole desperately needed rest.
However, her attempt to close her eyes was thwarted by the sharp pain.
Half-asleep, she heard the door open and assumed Jarrod had left.
Later, she was roused by the sound of Jarrod returning with water and medicine, urging her to take the pills.
Burrowed in the quilt, Nicoleâs muffled voice rejected the offer, âI donât want it.
â
The painkiller she relied on was specific to her condition.
Any other medicine needed a doctorâs approval.
Undeterred, Jarrod insisted, pulling her up.
âTake it before you sleep.
â