Forbbiden Arousal
“I’m sorry, Mei.”
Lian gave her a long look, then turned to Cheng. “I’d like to go now.”
Cheng nodded, stepping beside him with that effortlessly possessive air.
As they walked away, whispers reignited in the crowd. Vivian stood frozen, shaking slightly, her pride shattered like glass on the ballroom floor.
Cheng'S PRIVATE VILLA
Lian stood stiffly near the fireplace, now draped in a robe Cheng had fetched for him. His ruined gown lay in a heap near the door. Cheng poured two glasses of dark wine, his jaw tight with unspoken thoughts.
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