Marrying the Ugly Heir for Truth and Wealth novel Chapter 84

Nathaniel furrowed his brows as he reached out to hug Christina’s waist tightly.

As they fell, he made sure to land on his back, shielding Christina in his arms.

Christina was still reeling in shock when she heard the screeching sound of the brakes in her ears.

The driver belatedly realized a woman had darted onto the street when he saw a man suddenly appear in front of his vehicle. He quickly turned the steering wheel to avoid hitting them.

“Are you nuts? If you want to fool around, do it back home!” the driver hollered angrily before driving away in a huff.

It felt like time had come to a standstill. Both Nathaniel and Christina stared at each other silently, frozen in their tracks. They could hear each other’s heartbeats distinctly.

Both of them were breathing heavily.

Right then, the lights turned green. People from both sides of the street started crossing the street using the zebra crossing.

Nathaniel extended a hand to help Christina up, and the bustling crowd around them faded into nothingness as they locked eyes with each other.

It took Christina a few seconds to regain her composure. If Nathaniel hadn’t rushed out to save her, the consequences would’ve been dire!

I remember someone pushed me from behind.

Upon recalling that fact, she whirled around to find the culprit, but the culprit was nowhere to be seen.

Was it an accident or a deliberate act?

Nathaniel put his arms around her shoulders in a protective manner and asked in concern, “Did you get hurt?”

Christina shook her head in response. Nathaniel had shielded her with his body, so she escaped unscathed from the near accident.

Nathaniel surveyed the area but didn’t see anyone suspicious. He felt his heart tightening as his grew dark.

“Let’s talk back at the hotel.”

They soon arrived at the hotel. Despite not telling Nathaniel her room number, Christina was surprised when he led her back to her room.

“How do you know my room number?” she asked in amazement.

Nathaniel arched a brow. “Is it hard for me to know your whereabouts and your room number?”

gaze

Christina flashed an awkward smile. Yeah, yeah. You’re the high and mighty CEO of Hadley Corporation who can find out my whereabouts with just a phone call.

Before she could reply, Nathaniel unlocked the door and picked her up by the collar, bringing her into

the room.

Christina immediately recognized his laptop on the desk. Her eyes widened in surprise as she blurted out, “You’re staying in the room across from mine?”

Without bothering to reply to her, Nathaniel reached out to hold her chin.

Nathaniel’s handsome face drew closer, his hot breath fanning Christina’s checks. He tilted his head and spoke in a deep, charming voice, “Mrs. Hadley, it’s time to end this game of running away from home. Go home with me tomorrow.”

Christina pouted unhappily. Running away from home? I’m here on a business trip! I’ll head home once I finish work.

As he had saved her life, Christina didn’t lash out at him and replied casually, “Got it.”

Right then, Sebastian knocked on the door.

Hearing that, Christina slipped out of his embrace and sat down on the couch.

Nathaniel felt relieved as he saw her hanging her head low like a docile rabbit.

He opened the door, and Sebastian walked in.

The latter was surprised to see Christina, but he gave her a nod in greeting before getting on with hist work.

Both men started discussing the details of the contract on the desk. They were so engrossed that Christina couldn’t find a chance to interrupt.

She was planning on waiting until Nathaniel ended his discussion before telling him she was heading back to her room. However, half an hour later, both men were still deep in discussion.