Theodore's reply stunned Isabella.
While she was still dazed, he suddenly kissed her. His kiss was gentle at first but gradually became more and more forceful.
It did seem like they hadn't kissed in a rather long time. Isabella unconsciously wrapped her arms around Theodore's waist and responded to the kiss.
She had never kissed anyone other than Theodore, so she didn't know whether he was considered a good kisser. However, every time he kissed her, she felt her heart beat faster, and she had the urge to submit completely to him.
She didn't know how long their kiss lasted. Just as she thought they were about to advance to the next step, Theodore abruptly let go of her. They were both breathing a little heavily, and the corners of their mouths were wet with saliva.
Isabella couldn't stop herself from glancing at Theodore's crotch before glancing away, blushing furiously.
Naturally, Theodore noticed her gaze and smiled exasperatedly at her. "You have a slight fever. I'll get you some antipyretics."
Stunned, Isabella lifted her hand to touch her own forehead and realized she was indeed feeling slightly warm. Still, it shouldn't pose much of a problem as she wasn't feeling uncomfortable at all.
Theodore returned with a dose of antipyretics and a glass of water, both of which he handed to her. This time, she obediently took the medicine.
"Finish the water as well," Theodore said.
Isabella finished the drink as instructed, and Theodore took the glass from her. Just as he turned around to take it outside, he heard Isabella say coyly, "I heard that it feels the best when you make love while having a fever…"
Theodore paused, his Adam's apple bobbing slightly. He composed himself before setting the glass in his hand on the bedside table.
Then, he wrapped an arm around Isabella's waist and pulled her toward him, his voice already hoarse. "Where did you hear that from?"
It was both a question and a bait.
"I…"
Isabella was unsure of how to reply. She couldn't remember where she had heard that from. It might have been from the internet or a novel she had read.
Ever since getting married, the two of them had occasionally gotten intimate with each other. However, Theodore had never taken things all the way as he wanted to give Isabella some time to slowly get used to their relationship.
Isabella didn't remember much from that particular night. She only remembered that the process had been delightful and she hadn't been opposed to it.
She was also responding to his passionate kisses right now.
Theodore seemed to be encouraged by her response. He pulled off her clothes in one go, then quickly did the same with her undergarments, completely exposing her slender body.
She really did have a good figure—slender and curvy in all the right places. She usually wore simple and loose clothes, so it was hard to tell. When her clothes were off, though, Theodore felt the urge to eat her up.
As Theodore deliberately and fiercely teased her body, Isabella had no idea where to put her hands. In the end, she put her arms around his head and ran her fingers through his thick, black hair. She enjoyed his every touch and kiss, panting through her slightly parted, kiss-swollen lips.
Little did she know how alluring her reaction was in Theodore's eyes. He was genuinely afraid that he would fail to control himself and hurt her. After getting together with her, he'd been trying his best to control his desires every day.
"Bella… Bella… If you continue to be this obedient, I really won't be able to hold back anymore…"

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