Swapping a Broken Heart for a New Start novel Chapter 923

As Camila Davis listened to his thoughtful and detailed arrangements, her heart swelled with sweetness. "I know. I'll do whatever you say."

Dennis Williams was pleased. They were about to be apart for several days, and the reluctance to separate was mutual. The moment she was close, he felt an irresistible urge to kiss her, especially when she tugged on his tie, the dark silk a stark contrast against her porcelain skin. The sight was strangely alluring, making his blood run hot.

His gaze fixed on that dazzling patch of white as he undid his tie, slowly winding it, circle by circle, around her slender wrist. Watching him, Camila sensed a playful danger. "What are you..."

She instinctively tried to pull her hand back, but he held her fast. Dennis's large hand easily encircled her wrist as he pressed a soft kiss to her ear, his voice a low, deep rumble. "Nothing. I just thought I'd tie you up and take you with me..."

The words sent a shiver through Camila's heart. She understood the meaning behind them—he didn't want to leave her either. But the thought had barely formed before he began weaving the tie in an intricate pattern around her wrist, and she realized his intentions were far more mischievous.

"Dennis Williams," she reminded him, her cheeks flushing, "I'm still not completely over my cold!"

He chuckled, his voice a warm, gentle caress as he nibbled on her earlobe. "I know. That's why I'm letting you keep your clothes on this time. Don't worry, I won't let you get cold today. In fact, you'll be warming up very soon..."

Before a blushing Camila could say another word, his lips captured hers. His tall frame pressed her against the dressing mirror, and a wave of heat spread through her. Her earlobes were so red they looked ready to bleed, and she didn't dare open her eyes. As mortifying as it was, a sense of joy bloomed within her even as he teased her. The thought of their impending separation made her want to be closer to him, to erase any distance between them.

"Yeah." Knowing his flight would take off soon, she kept it brief. "Have a safe flight. Let me know when you land."

"I will."

After sending the message, Camila got up. The vastness of Eagle's Peak Estate felt even more pronounced without Dennis. After eating the breakfast prepared by the housekeeper, the driver took her to the Institute. After a busy day, she was preparing to pick up Lillian from Isabella's place that evening. Following the concert, many media outlets had requested interviews with them, but Camila and Isabella felt Lillian was too young for excessive exposure. After careful consideration, they agreed to a single interview.