The Day I Stopped Waiting Was the Day He Started Begging novel Chapter 144

York was suddenly acting so considerate and emotionally intelligent that Madeline felt a little foolish for lashing out.

It made her feel like she was throwing an unreasonable tantrum all by herself.

"Haven't you been having neck pain lately? This massager should help."

When York turned on his genuine charm, most women found him impossible to resist.

And Madeline was no exception.

After all, it was hard to stay mad at someone who was smiling so softly at you.

"How did you know?"

"Ms. Monroe, even if you refuse to come home and give your husband the cold shoulder, your husband would never hold it against you."

"There's a dress in the back seat for you. Go change."

Madeline stepped out of the car, climbed into the back seat, and opened the shopping bag. Inside was a white embroidered silk cocktail dress, stunning in its elegant simplicity.

His taste had certainly improved.

Madeline's anger began to ebb away.

Though her mouth still refused to yield.

"This is called making amends for your terrible behavior, not 'not holding it against me.'"

York rolled up the privacy partition. Through the rearview mirror, he caught glimpses of Madeline's slender fingers slowly unbuttoning her blouse, one button at a time.

His eyes stayed locked on her captivating, blurry silhouette through the glass.

He cursed under his breath.

He was acting like a damn saint with the patience of a monk.

Half an hour later, the car pulled up to The Azure Grand Hotel.

York offered his arm, turning to look at her.

"Hold on tight. Your husband is about to make you the envy of the room."

Madeline had changed into the white silk cocktail dress. It clung to her perfectly, accentuating her narrow waist and long, flawless legs.

She had loosely pinned up her hair, her makeup light and elegant. With her delicate features and striking eyes, she looked as breathtaking as a painting.

A flash of pure admiration crossed York's eyes, and a deeply satisfied smirk touched his lips.

His taste really was impeccable.

Honestly, if they weren't in public, he would have pulled her in and kissed her senseless.