Chapter 203
Chapter 203
Chapter 203
Stanley paused in histracks , slowly turning to face jessica
She , too , had inhaled the aphrodisiac incense , and a rush of warmth washed over her . Her delicate face flushed a deep red , and her lips , already tinted from the incense , were bitten lightly as she gazed at him with a certain sensual energy in her eyes .
Lilian’s voice cut through the silence . “ Mr. Hawk , Jessica needs you right now . You’re not going to leave her , are you ? ”
Stanley remained silent , his gaze fixed on Jessica , his face unreadable .
Without another word , Jessica threw back the covers , stepped out of bed , and rushed straight into his arms .
Harry and Lilian exchanged a satisfied glance before closing the door quietly behind them .
Jessica’s strap had slipped from her shoulder , exposing her delicate skin . She looked up at him with wide , admiring eyes . “ Stanley , I’ve always known that you love me the most . ”
With that , Jessica wrapped her arms around his neck , lifting herself onto her toes to press a kiss to his lips .
But Stanley quickly turned his head , avoiding the kiss .
Jessica froze for a moment , then leaned in again – but once more , Stanley pulled back .
Stanley pushed her gently away , his voice cold yet firm . “ Jessica , I hope this is the last time . Don’t ever try this again . If you do , you’ll have to face the consequences . ”
The words “ face the consequences ” fell from his lips with a coldness that sent a chill through Jessica . Her rosy complexion paled instantly .
This was his warning to the entire Crone family .
Without another word , Stanley turned and began to walk away .
Was he leaving ? Was he walking out on her right now ? What should she do ?
A wave of panic washed over Jessica . Without thinking , she threw her arms around him from behind . “ Stanley , please don’t leave me ! I need you ! ”
“ Jessica , let go , ” Stanley said , his voice strained ?
“ Big Brother ! ” she called out suddenly . Her voice , softer than before , made Stanley’s steps falter .
The sound of “ Big Brother ” was a trigger , one that had always had the power to soften Stanley’s resolve . Jessica’s lips curled into a sly smile . She knew exactly how to use that to her advantage .
She quickly moved around to face Stanley , then , with a swift push , sent him tumbling back onto the bed .
Boldly , she straddled him , parting her legs to sit firmly on his strong , toned waist . “ Big Brother , don’t you want me anymore ? ”
Stanley’s muscles tensed , his body betraying him , unable to refuse her .
With a heated glance , Jessica leaned down , pressing her lips to his .
Chapter 203
+25 BONUS
Wendy had returned to the hospital and was sitting in Nathan’s VIP room , keeping him company .
Nathan had a business matter to discuss with Stanley , so he pulled out his phone . “ I’m going to call Stanley . ”
He dialed the number , but there was no answer .
He tried again , and then a third time – still nothing .
“ Where is Stanley ? Why isn’t he picking up ? ” Nathan muttered .
Wendy dipped a towel into the warm water she had prepared, her long , delicate fingers gently twisting the cloth . Her expression was calm as she said softly , “ Mr. Hawk is busy tonight . You should try him again tomorrow . ”
“ What’s he so busy with ? ” Nathan asked , a little impatient .
Busy … with Jessica .
The effects of the aphrodisiac incense must have already taken hold , and he and Jessica were probably together right now , in bed . There was no way Stanley would be able to answer a phone call .
Wendy handed Nathan the towel , changing the subject . “ You’re still recovering . You should get some rest . ” Half an hour later , the VIP room was silent . Nathan had fallen asleep in his bed .
Wendy sat on the chair beside him , scrolling through her phone . She was messaging with Samuel on WhatsApp . Samuel’s message came through quickly .
[ Wendy , the Crone family has fallen into a scam . I checked , and this so – called Dr. Ceylan is actually part of a larger fraud ring . The Crone family members are all gamblers , and it looks like they’re going to be scammed out of everything ! ]
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