Chapter 700
Brittany curled her lips into a sly smile . “ Do I hear a hint of jealous ? ”
Horace stared at her bright , confident grin . “ Where was I wrong ? Back then , you gave birth , handed our daughter away , and disappeared for twenty years without a word . If I hadn’t come looking for you , would you have ever planned on coming back ? ”
Brittany scoffed bitterly . Ida had poisoned her back then , and that woman had been staying by Horace’s side . That was why their daughter could never stay in the Capital .
When Brittany gave birth , it was a near – death experience . Someone quietly took her away after that . She had been unconscious from the poisoning for years , only waking up recently .
“ Well , the past is the past , ” Brittany replied . “ There’s nothing more to talk about now . Let me know when you have the DNA test results . I have things to do , so I’m leaving . ”
She turned sharply to walk away .
Fury flared in Horace . He reached out and grabbed Brittany’s arm , pushing her hard against the wall . His tall , imposing frame trapped her in place . “ What’s with your attitude ? You left with Jessica all those years without a single explanation . How dare you act so arrogantly ! ”
Brittany looked up at him coolly . “ Why are you so worked up? Do you need a woman to help you blow off steam ? ”
She lifted her leg ; the sharp , slender heel of her stiletto slid slowly up his black trousers . Her red dress had a high slit , and as she raised her leg , a flash of pale , flawless skin peeked out , looking utterly seductive .
Horace’s hand shot up to press on her shoulder . His eyes flickered with anger and a dangerous glint . “ We’re out in public . What are you doing , teasing me ? ”
Brittany loved watching him act so seriously . “ I thought this was what you wanted when you pushed me against the wall . Or did I misunderstand ? ”
Her hand moved to his chest . Underneath his black coat , he wore a matching business vest over a white shirt . Brittany slipped her hand inside , tracing downward over the fabric .
His six – pack abs were clearly defined .
She couldn’t help but admire his muscular physique and sculpted features . Her beautiful eyes sparkled with amusement . “ You’re over forty now , but your body’s still so well kept . It’s just like when you were younger . ”
She poked at his abs with a delicate fingertip , laughing softly .
“ Wow , you’re strong . ” ( 1
Horace’s gaze darkened . His Adam’s apple bobbed as he leaned down to kiss her lips .
But he missed . Brittany turned her head sharply away .
Horace stiffened , his voice low and rough . “ Are you playing with me ? ”
Brittany pulled her hand back . “ Have you forgotten our relationship ? We’re divorced . Even if you’re aroused , don’t take it out on me . ”
Horace sneered , “ Divorced ? If I remember correctly , we never actually filed for a divorce . Get your facts straight — you’re still Mrs. Larson ! ”
Brittany raised her chin defiantly . “ So what ? It’s just a piece of paper . We’ve been separated for over twenty years . Tomorrow , I’ll have my lawyer file for divorce , and that certificate will be in my hands before you know it . ”