บททั้งหมดของ The Ceo's Arranged Bride : บทที่ 31 - บทที่ 40

Taking in deep, long breaths, he finally spoke.“Are you sure you can comfort me?”He asked, gently removing her hands from around him.He turned to face her, looking into her eyes.They both stood still, gazing at each other's crystal-clear eyes, the cool night breeze brushing softly against their skin.“You should go and sleep. You haven't fully recovered from your illness.”He said, breaking the silence between them.Without waiting for her response, he walked out of the room and quietly closed the door behind him.Mary remained standing there, motionless.A soft sigh escaped her lips.“I think I am going crazy.”She whispered, staring into space. Her eyes turned red as tears slowly trickled down her cheeks.“I know more than anyone that your mind is occupied by someone else. But still… I don't know why I keep wanting you.”Her fingers tightened around the hem of her nightdress.“This is wrong. We are married, I shouldn't feel guilty. Yet I do… because I am not in your heart. Neith

Barbra and Mary turned toward the sound of the female voice.The girl ran up to Barbra and hugged her instantly.Barbra looked surprised.“My God… Sofia.”“What are you doing here?”Sofia grinned brightly, her eyes sparkling with excitement.“I came to shop for clothes. I heard the store just brought in a new set of designer dresses.”Barbra nodded.“Okay, that’s great.”“I guess you’re also here to shop, Aunty?” Sofia asked, linking her hand with Barbra’s.Barbra gently removed her hand. She smiled and turned to Mary.“Well, of course. I’m here to shop with my daughter-in-law.”The words instantly wiped the smile off Sofia’s face.Her gaze slid to Mary, slowly scanning her from head to toe.“D… daughter-in-law?” she stuttered, glancing back at Barbra in disbelief.“Yes. She is my daughter-in-law. Mary.”Barbra’s smile widened as she held Mary’s hand.Mary felt slightly awkward but forced a polite smile.“Hi,” she said softly.Sofia blinked twice, still trying to process the informati

Matthew stared at Alexander, his brows raised as he waited to hear more from his brother.Alexander did not respond. He simply looked at Matthew and said,“I thought you were leaving.”Matthew sighed, placing his hands on his hips.“I thought you were going to answer my question.”“I don't have an answer for you,” Alexander said, closing the document open in front of him.“Whatever. I’m out.”Matthew turned and walked out of the office.The moment he closed the door behind him, the room went quiet. The only sound that remained was the soft tapping of Alexander’s fingers against the table as he sank into his thoughts.Matthew stepped out of the company building. He glanced at his watch, then pulled out his phone and dialled a number.“Why aren't you here yet? I’m waiting outside for you.”A male voice from the other end replied,“I’ll be there soon.”Matthew ended the call and tilted his head toward the sky, drawing in a long breath of fresh air.“I need to drink my stress away today.”

When he got back to his mansion, he stepped out of his car. Butler Brooks hurried out to greet him. “Young master, you are back.” Alexander glanced at him. “Is the young miss back?” Butler Brooks looked at him in confusion. “Aren’t you both supposed to come back together?” Alexander didn’t respond. He dragged a hand over his face, exhaustion written all over him. “Gosh… where on earth did you run off to, Mary?” Butler Brooks’ brows knitted in worry. “Young master, is everything alright between you and the young miss?” Alexander shook his head slowly. “I have to find my wife. If she comes home, call me.” Without waiting for a response, he turned, got back into his car, and sped off. Butler Brooks remained where he stood, bewildered. “What could have happened now?” he muttered under his breath. Mary returned to the Andison Villa. She stood in front of the door and pressed the bell. No one responded. She pressed the bell again. Beatrice came rushin

Alexander and Mary arrived home later in the night.They were welcomed by the heavy silence of the entire mansion.Mary muttered in a low voice,“Where is everyone? That’s weird… it’s just past ten and everyone is already asleep.”Alexander, standing beside her, whispered,“That is not important. We are home now, and I can finally do the crazy things I’ve been wanting to do to you.”Mary’s cheeks warmed instantly.“Why are you whispering?” she asked.Alexander shrugged his shoulders.“I don’t know. You whispered first.”Mary hit him playfully on the arm.“I’m going upstairs. I need to freshen up and rest. You should do the same.”Alexander smirked.“Says the girl who was crying for my attention earlier today.”“I didn’t!” Mary protested, her voice rising slightly as she pouted like a child.Alexander raised an eyebrow.“You know I told you not to say a word until you are under me on the sheets.”Mary groaned and covered her face with her hands.“Can you stop talking about all this? Yo