Anxious Waiting

Claire's struggle became more intense, while Lennox's kiss grew even more forceful, tightly enveloping her in his arms, forcefully restraining her.

Lennox's kiss was not tender; it was more like an emotional outburst. He bit Claire's lips with a rough and wild intensity. The thought of her casually claiming not to need him to take responsibility ignited the anger within him like a volcanic eruption.

This seemingly gentle girl dared to plan to discard him after using him! No woman had ever dared to ignore him in such a way, making decisions in place of him.

The issue of responsibility was something he would decide entirely on his own.

As he forcefully kissed her, Claire felt tears welling up, almost stinging her eyes. Her struggle became more desperate, and the pain deepened. Then, she became smarter, obediently leaning into Lennox, motionless, letting him forcefully take control.

Observing Lennox's icy expression up close, Claire felt a chilling emptiness in her heart, both frightened