Chapter 188

Jennifer lifted her gaze and asked helplessly, "Can we really forget about it? You don't mind?"

"My only regret is me not being there to protect you. I couldn't deal with the pesky Yale family in time." Maxwell's voice filled with resentment. "Remember, you have done nothing wrong. So, you shouldn't bear these consequences alone."

Jennifer didn't expect him to say this. She leaned against him and choked, "I thought you wouldn't come back when you left. I thought you would find me disgusting."

Maxwell cupped her face and kissed her, not wanting her to insult herself further. The kiss was passionate yet gentle.

Jennifer felt her world spinning, and her mind blanked out. Only Maxwell was on her mind.

Maxwell only let her go when Jennifer began gasping for air. Then, he picked her up and placed her on the bed.

She was nervous, yet willingly gave herself to him. He led her, tempted her, and their fingers intertwined, reluctant to part. They were one until late at night.

Looking at Je