Craving My Father's Best Friend のすべてのチャプター: チャプター 21 - チャプター 30

~ Ronan's Pov ~ I waited and watched as she smiled, showing her teeth wide enough for him to see. What the fuck was he even doing here? And by him, I mean Kaden—Clara’s son. I bet Calder planned this. He was so adamant about linking both of them together that he gave him the address to my company.What’s more annoying is that I can only sit here and watch like a fucking fool.He moved closer to her, placing his hands on the back of her waist, and whispered something into her ear.Instinctively, I clenched my fists, trying to rein in my anger. Not to be a party pooper, but I definitely will not let him be all touchy with my assistant in my company.I could easily call her into my office and let her know I can see her through my glass, or I could just walk up to them and fucking drive him out of this building.I got up and walked toward them.“Kaden—”“Oh, Uncle,” he said, shifting and offering his hand for a handshake.Uncle? Uncle?! Prick.“I’m so sorry, I didn’t think you were in.”O

~ Anyssa’s Pov ~ I stood up, and Ronan immediately carried me. I squealed, wrapping my legs around his waist as he held my ass and took me up to the room. We kissed as we walked to my bedroom door. Kissing him was amazing. I moaned into his mouth as he pulled at my bottom lip.I hurriedly tugged at his shirt while struggling with his tie. He chuckled and opened the bedroom door.“In a hurry now, are we?”“I need this off,” I whined, finally pulling off the tie and turning my attention to his dress shirt.“Slow down, baby. You'll have me. All of me.”He pushed me onto the bed and walked to my wardrobe.“What are you doing?”He didn’t answer but instead brought out a long suede flogger and a bondage handcuff. I’m familiar with BDSM toys because I once wanted to explore that side with someone. But I realized it wasn’t for me. I haven’t particularly enjoyed BDSM, and I don’t think I do.“You’re joking if you think I’ll let you use that on me.”He chuckled and walked over to the bed. “And

~ Ronan's Pov ~ I think my son has a marriage glow. He’s been very happy lately, which, as his father, makes me happy. Maybe Ruby is the right choice for him. Maybe she’s the one keeping him happy, I just hope it stays that way. Mavis has been through a lot, especially after his mother died. Elsbeth’s death took a toll on us, and I didn’t fulfill my fatherly duties by staying by my son’s side. I was selfish and hurt, so blinded by my own pain that I didn’t notice his.Calder passed me the wine while we waited for the newlyweds.“Your wife couldn’t make it?”“She had an emergency she had to sort out,” he answered.“Okay,” I said and slowly sipped my wine. To be honest, I’d rather just be in bed with a certain redhead.Lately, I’ve been trying to keep my cool, but I can’t. She’s been constantly on my mind, and now I think this is becoming more than I want it to be. Maybe I’m getting too close, or too comfortable. I shouldn’t—it isn’t what we signed up for.I mean, I know that’s what s

~ Anyssa’s Pov ~I couldn't sleep. After Rosa’s appearance, I couldn't get the thought of what she said out of my head. Why was she so adamant about finding Isa all of a sudden? That shouldn't matter to me. I threw out the blank cheque and cash she left on my couch. Good riddance.That's the least of my worries anyway. What worries me now is the fact that Ronan is giving me the cold shoulder. And by that, I mean, not even responding to my ring and actually walking out of the office without a single glance at me.He didn't even check up on me last night. Not even a little text asking if I'm still alive. I mean, what if I got robbed or killed in my home yesterday? What would have happened then?He walked back into his office and was about to shut the door when I breezed past him and entered. With both hands on my waist, I stared at him as he walked to his desk.“So we're playing the ignoring game now, are we?”No answer. Instead, he acted like he was punching in something very important

~ Anyssa’s Pov ~ “You must be delusional to think that.”“Am I, really? I know you didn’t like the idea of me marrying Ruby—”“That’s none of my business. You live your life. I’m not your mummy to tell you what to do or not.”He laughed. “That’s rich, coming from someone I’ve known to be so controlling.”I can’t hear anymore! I won’t! The audacity of this man! I’ve heard enough of his opinion, and honestly, I don’t want it. I’m trying with all I have to reel in my anger, but it’s taking every bit of my reserve, and I just can’t!I pulled at the door handle, shaking it frantically, but the car was locked. I couldn’t do anything but tug at it!“Unlock this car, right now, Mavis!”“As usual. You do everything but when it’s time to talk, you leave. You walk away. You completely avoid the matter. What else were you expecting me to do, Anyssa? Ruby was pregnant with my kid! Were you expecting me to leave her? To abandon my child for you? For just…”“Don’t—”“You…”“I said…don’t say another