Chapter 452
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Jewel couldn’t stay any longer. She covered her mouth and hurried back to her office. ay
Several employees looked up and exchanged glances.
In front of others, Jewel always carried herself with the cold, untouchable authority of a CEO.
“Just now… did Miss Wright look like she was crying?”
“Shh. Don’t say anything. She came running out of Dominic’s office. You know what that means, right?”
“Got it…”
Dominic remained completely unaware.
At that moment, his attention was entirely on Katherine.
Katherine seemed to notice the movement outside. She glanced toward the doorway, puzzled. Dominic, did Jewel just-
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“Katherine, when we’re together, let’s not talk about other women.” He spoke with a faint smile as he leaned closer, breathing in her scent.
“Mm.” Katherine blushed. “Don’t hold me so tight. I can barely breathe.”
At her words, Dominic’s gaze drifted downward, lingering. His restlessness deepened. Instead of loosening his hold, he pulled her closer, growing bolder.
Katherine’s heart pounded. Her face flushed crimson. She pressed down on his large hand, her voice trembling. “Dominic, don’t… Please…”
Even now, she was not mentally prepared.
Before coming in, she had tried to deceive herself. She had told herself she was only following Isabella’s instructions. If Jewel stayed in Dominic’s office for more than five minutes, she would go in and interrupt.
Deep down, Katherine still felt conflicted. She could not properly face her feelings for Dominic.
Noticing her unease, Dominic did not press further. He released her and gave a low chuckle. Alright. I won’t move.”
”
He held her gently instead.
The office fell into silence.
After a long moment, Katherine suddenly wrapped her arms around his waist. “Dominic, what we’re doing… It isn’t right.”
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Chapter 482
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Dominic responded at once. “What are you talking about? You’re not married to me. I’m not married to you. Isabella still likes you. There’s nothing wrong with this.”
“But if I’m with you, Isabella won’t accept it. And do you really think Lily could ever accept it? “Katherine broke down. Large tears spilled down her cheeks.
She had a nightmare the night before.
In the dream, she and Dominic were holding their wedding. On the big day, Isabella rushed onto the stage in a white gown, wearing a shattered smile. She pulled out a dagger and stabbed herself in the chest.
Chaos erupted. Her white dress soaked through with bright red blood. The sight left Katherine frozen in horror.
Then Lilith ran onto the stage and threw herself into her mother’s arms. She cried as she shouted at Katherine, “I don’t like you and Daddy anymore. I hate you!”
Katherine had woken in terror.
Even now, the memory left her shaken.
Given Isabella’s devotion to Dominic, such a nightmare did not feel impossible.
Katherine could not accept that kind of ending.
Dominic fell silent for a moment and let out a soft sigh. He pressed a light kiss to her smooth forehead. “Then we’ll take it slow. Let time resolve everything. I only need to say one thing. Katherine, I will never let you down in this life.”
He tapped his chest. “You’re always here, with me.”
The seriousness in his eyes sent warmth through Katherine. A quiet happiness rose within her. Her gaze gradually softened.
Sensing her reaction, Dominic did not miss the opening. “Hey, my office has a lounge-
Katherine’s thoughts were in disarray. She did not catch the rest.
“I… I should get back to streaming,” she said, biting her lip.
With that, she turned and left.
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Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland’s breathtaking cold.

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