As Natalie stared at Jacqueline’s back, her eyes narrowed suspiciously.
I’m not quite sure whether I was reading into things too much, but I just can’t shake off the feeling that she seems to be panicked and afraid of something. Hmm… Could it be that she did something behind my back earlier?
Mulling it over, her gaze darkened as suspicion gnawed at her. Finally, she decided to take a look at the security footage later and see what exactly Jacqueline did.
“Let’s go.” Shane then walked over to her and took her hand.
In reflex, Natalie looked up at him. “Where to?”
At that, Shane quirked an eyebrow. “Didn’t you say you want to have some water?”
“Oh, that’s right. I almost forgot about it. Are you getting some water as well?” Natalie followed him as he led her down the stairs.
Shane nodded slightly. “The coffee Jacqueline made just now was with sugar. It was too sweet, so I’m feeling rather parched.”
“How lucky are you to have someone make coffee for you! You’ve got quite the affinity with ladies,” Natalie drawled with a smile that didn’t reach her eyes.
Hearing the jealousy in her voice, Shane chuckled softly. “I didn’t like the coffee she made.”
“Well, Ms. Graham will certainly be saddened if she hears that.” Despite Natalie’s words, a bright smile bloomed on her face.
Shane tweaked her nose in retaliation, but she slapped his hand away in chagrin.
“Hey! Stop tweaking my nose or you’ll damage it!”
“There’s no damage. It’s as beautiful as ever,” Shane complimented while gazing at the tip of her nose that had turned red.
And indeed, her nose was beautiful, exquisitely petite, and sharp.
Besides, all her other features were also exquisite. Thus, it was no wonder that she was a stunning beauty when her countenance was a combination of so many lovely features.
Upon hearing the man’s flattery, Natalie’s face flushed bright red. She ducked her head slightly, not daring to look at him.
Conversely, Shane’s eyes darkened, and his Adam’s apple bobbed as he took in her shy expression.
Reaching out, he grasped her chin lightly and lifted her face before leaning down slowly.
Aware of his intentions, Natalie shifted back slightly and leaned against the kitchen counter. She closed her eyes and awaited his kiss.
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