Marrying the Ugly Heir for Truth and Wealth novel Chapter 537

Chapter 537 Trauma

Nathaniel only managed to sleep for a little over two hours. The unfamiliar surroundings made him feel unsettled, but he found comfort in having Christina by his side.

When he opened his eyes, he saw Christina propping her head up with one hand while her delicate fingers lightly pinched his well-defined nose bridge.

Their eyes met, and a trace of uneasiness flashed in the woman’s gaze; she resembled a mischievous child caught in the act by a parent.

While Christina was caught off guard by Nathaniel’s sudden awakening, he stared at her fixedly.

Embarrassed, Christina hastily withdrew her hand, her eyes shifting as she attempted to conceal her unusual behavior. “Um… There was a mosquito on your nose, and I was just trying to swat it. It’s not what you think.”

She felt a pang of regret as she noticed Nathaniel’s peculiar gaze, realizing that her words had only made the situation worse.

Just then, Nathaniel grabbed her hand and pulled her to him. “What was I thinking?”

Her heart started to race when she felt his warm breath brushing against her face; the man’s overwhelming seductive aura was utterly captivating.

Nathaniel leaned closer, determined to elicit a response. “Christina, tell me.”

There was no avoiding the topic any longer.

Resigned, Christina briefly closed her eyes, then quickly reopened them.

As she gazed into Nathaniel’s slightly fatigued yet still commanding face, she lowered her eyes and softly confessed, “I simply wanted to touch you. Please, don’t ask anymore-

Before she could finish her sentence, Nathaniel unexpectedly took her hands and pressed them against his face. He said gently. “Everything I possess belongs to you. Feel free to touch; there’s no need to do it secretly.”

After over five years of marriage, Nathaniel could sense the hidden insecurities Christina harbored although she never explicitly expressed herself.

Experiencing two consecutive dangers within a month had scared Christina, no matter how strong she appeared on the surface.

The warmth emanating from their joined palms traveled through Christina’s body and gave her immense comfort.

In this world, no one understands my desires better than Nathaniel

Her ears flushed with a tinge of embarrassment as she made her confession. “I had a nightmare. You saved me and lost…”

She hesitated, unable to utter those two haunting words.

When she recalled the gruesome scenes from her dream, her face turned pallid, and her voice quivered as she continued, “Nathaniel, promise me that no matter what lies ahead, you won’t put yourself in harm’s way. Your well-being must always come first.”

Nathaniel could guess the content of her dreams. He hugged her tightly and comforted her. “Dreams. often stand in contrast to reality. Don’t worry too much. Your safety and the well-being of our child are paramount.”

The nightmare continued to haunt Christina’s thoughts, but she couldn’t allow Nathaniel to worry. She had to appear at ease.

Hence, she lifted her head and mustered a smile. “You’re right. I shouldn’t let my imagination run wild.”

Her hand gently caressed her growing belly as she playfully complained, “Nathaniel, I’m famished.”

Hearing that, he helped her to sit up before replying. “I’ll have Sebastian bring some food. Just wait here, and I’ll fetch you a glass of water.”

Christina nodded obediently.

After sending Sebastian a message, Nathaniel got out of bed to fetch a glass of warm water for her.

Soon enough. Sebastian knocked on the door and entered the ward, carrying several packed food boxes.