The One He Dismissed Became The One He Died For novel Chapter 65

Claire curled up on the sofa, a triumphant gleam in her eyes.

Her mind was already racing through a hundred different ways to further seduce him.

But leaning against the plush cushions, her eyelids grew unbearably heavy.

Her head nodded off, exhaustion finally claiming her.

Miles watched as her small, delicate face sank into the throw pillow, her eyelashes resting peacefully as she slept.

She really didn't have a single ounce of defense against him.

Miles leaned forward, crouching in front of the sofa until they were eye-level.

He stared at her for a long time, his breathing growing increasingly ragged.

Unable to control himself, he leaned in closer and closer, stopping only when his lips were agonizingly near hers.

An aloof gentleman?

He never was.

In the dead of night, Miles knew all too well how dark and chaotic his own thoughts could be...

After a long moment of silence, he carefully slipped one arm under her knees and the other around her back, scooping her up into his arms.

Her head rested naturally against his chest, her body incredibly light and soft.

Claire unconsciously snuggled closer against his chest, murmuring softly before falling into an even deeper sleep.

Miles gently laid her down on the bed, pulling the light duvet up to cover her.

Only after a long while did he finally turn and leave the room.

When Claire woke up the next morning, awareness rushed back in an instant, followed immediately by crushing regret!

How could she have fallen asleep during such a perfect opportunity to be alone with him?!

Stepping out of the guest room, she found the living room empty. Miles had already left for the hospital, leaving warm milk and bread waiting for her on the dining table.

She sent Miles a text, attaching an adorable meme of a kitten pawing at the screen to express her gratitude.

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