Loving The Better Brother novel Chapter 108

Chapter 108 New King

WILLOW

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Tristan was already in my bed when I stepped out of the bathroom, my hair still slightly damp, the faint scent of his cooking lingering in the room. He had insisted on coming over the moment the announcement went live. He cooked. We ate. It had already become a normal routine for us.

Now, he was lying against the pillows, one arm behind his head, watching me with that look.

That very look I was familiar with.

I stopped at the foot of the bed and narrowed my eyes. “Don’t start.”

He smirked, slow and unapologetic. “I didn’t say anything.”

“You don’t have to.”

I climbed onto the bed anyway, settling beside him, but the moment I did, his hand was already on my waist, pulling me closer like it was instinct.

“Tristan,” I warned.

“Hmm?”

His lips brushed against my shoulder, then my neck, peppering the skin with kisses. My breath hitched before I could stop it.

“Stop,” I said, but it came out weaker than I intended.

“Not convincing,” he murmured against my skin.

I turned to glare at him, but that was my mistake. He took the opportunity instantly, closing the distance his lips capturing mine before I could say another word.

The kiss started soft and teasing. However, like our other kisses, it inevitably deepened.

His hand slid up my back, pressing me closer, and I could feel how he was already worked up.

I pulled back, breath uneven, and placed my hand flat on his chest, pushing him away.

“We can’t do it today,” I said firmly.

“Why not?”

“Gosh,” I muttered, shaking my head. “Who would have thought you were a corporate monster with how you are with me?”

He didn’t even look offended. If anything, he looked amused.

“We did it every day,” I added, giving him a pointed look. “I’m sore.”

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That made him pause.

Then his expression shifted, guilt flickering across his face. “Sorry,” he said immediately, his hand softening where it rested on my arm. “Do you need anything?”

I exhaled, the tension easing out of me.

“I just need you,” I muttered. “Let’s cuddle.”

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I moved closer on my own this time, tucking myself against his side, my head resting on his chest. His arms wrapped around me instantly, secure and warm, like that was where I belonged.

He pressed a kiss to my hair, and for a moment, everything was quiet.

“I have something to tell you,” I said after a moment.

“Hmm?”

“Andrew resigned today.”

I felt his body go still for a second before he let out a quiet breath.

“Really?” he asked.

“Yeah.”

He huffed lightly. “I’ve never liked that guy.”

I tilted my head slightly, looking up at him. “Hmm. I agree, but how so? You didn’t get along before?”

He shifted a little, adjusting so I was more comfortable before he spoke again.

“Well,” he started, his tone thoughtful, “when Kate and I dated…”

I stilled slightly at the mention, but I didn’t interrupt.

“…he started off appearing… harmless,” Tristan continued. “A little sheepish, even.”

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I listened quietly.

“But he kept asking me for a spot in Hale,” he added, his jaw tightening slightly. “And I didn’t want that.”

“I don’t like nepotism,” he said simply. “Even though I’m technically a product of it.”

That made me hum softly.

“It’s because of Marcus,” he went on. “He was given a position, and he’s incompetent. I don’t want that kind of system in my company. I want it based on competence.”

“I understand,” I murmured.

“And Andrew…” Tristan exhaled. “He didn’t take it very well.”

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He would come into my office without any prior appointment,” he continued. “He acted like he was entitled to a position. Like it was already his.”

My brows furrowed.

“I’m surprised he resigned from Florane,” he added. “Getting into your company isn’t easy.”

“Me too,” I muttered. “He’s awfully quiet these days, too.”

A thought crossed my mind, and I didn’t like it.

“I wonder what he’s up to.”

Tristan’s arms tightened around me slightly. “Let’s hope nothing.”

I tilted my head up to look at him again.

“Have you told your family about the collaboration? Especially your grandpa?”

He shook his head. “Not yet.”

I raised a brow.

“But,” he added, “I invited them to the launch.”

“They said yes,” he continued. “If that’s alright with you.”

I smiled faintly.

“No worries,” I said. “This will be more fun.”

I snuggled closer to him, settling back into his chest..

For a moment, everything felt right again.

Then my phone rang.

Tristan groaned softly. “Ignore it.”

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