Written Off as Trash, I Activated My Hidden Queen Mode novel Chapter 182

Chapter 182 Together, We’re Unstoppable

Stella thought. Will it be silly to say I like next Saturday right away?

“What’s on your mind?” Elias asked, growing a little flustered as she stared at him without a word. Does she regret agreeing to my proposal?

“Which date works for you?” she asked, raising an eyebrow and gazing at him intently. She handed him the paper, subtly squeezing his hand and scratching the palm of his hand when no one was looking.

Elias‘ heart skipped a beat, his breathing quickening. Meeting her eyes, he wondered if she had a favorite date but was too shy to say so. Which date works for me?

‘Cross Group has a few projects coming up,” he said.

‘You fool! The engagement is the most important thing–postpone them,” Aaron snapped, glaring at him.

He doesn’t even get engaged yet, and he’s already getting complacent. I need to teach this boy a lesson. The Cross family’s tradition of spoiling their wives couldn’t end with Elias.

‘Elias, didn’t you say the projects were next month?” Stella asked, tightening her grip on his hand.

‘Yes, they are,” he confirmed.

Stella nodded slightly, muttering softly, “I’m going to join the research institute in three months. I’ll be so busy.”

‘Then next Saturday? Won’t it be too rushed? I don’t want to shortchange you,” Elias said.

‘Not at all—as long as you’re my fiancé,” she replied.

The elders chuckled and sipped their coffee. “Don’t worry, Stella. It won’t be rushed,” Sylvie said. “Leave he engagement party to me. I’ll throw you a warm, perfect one.”

‘I’d like to handle the engagement party,” Jasper cut in. He looked at his daughter with fondness, then turned to Vincent. “Can we hold it at Shaw Estate, but let me take charge of the arrangements?”

Vincent met his pleading gaze and nodded slowly. “It’s all yours.”

“Thank you, Mr. Shaw,” Jasper said.

In the end, Elias and Stella’s engagement was set for next Saturday,

After seeing the elders off, Stella and Elias returned to Imperial Crest Towers.

As soon as they walked in, Stella pinned Elias against the wall. “You get me, Elias!”

“Why next Saturday?” he asked, gently touching her face. He’d wanted to choose the same date–he couldn’t wait to make her his fiancée–but he’d worried it would be too rushed, that he wouldn’t have time to prepare properly and would let her down.

“Because…” She leaned closer, her breath fanning his lips, making him stiffen. She smiled, lifting her index

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Chapter 182 Together, We’re Unstoppable

finger to tilt his chin up. “Because of your health.”

Elias frowned in confusion. “What’s wrong with my health?”

Finished

“Cold showers aren’t good for you. Besides, our water bill will be through the roof this month–it might arouse suspicion,” she said.

Elias was left speechless.

‘You’re so traditional, and I don’t want to go against your beliefs. So we have to move things up,” she added.

Elias still had no words.

I’m your girlfriend, but touching you makes me feel like a hooligan,” she said, looking wronged, her charming eyes glistening with moisture.

I’m all yours,” he said, placing her hand on his abdomen and gazing at her affectionately.

Stella swallowed hard. Their eyes met, and they leaned in, their lips pressing tightly together. Elias wrapped his arms around her waist, spinning her around so they swapped positions. The kiss deepened…

Ring… Ring…

Elias frowned as his phone rang. Who would call at a time like this? Don’t they know I’m spending my vacation with Stella?

Stella pulled away slightly, her cheeks flushed, her eyes bright with desire, her voice softer and more delicate than usual. “Aren’t you going to answer?”

Elias panted, lifting her into his arms and grabbing the phone. He sat down on the sofa with her and answered the call.

Mr. Cross, Nolan Lane is in Azure Peak City,” Gideon said.

Hmm,” Elias replied with a single syllable.

Gideon’s heart skipped a beat. That tone? That voice? Oh no–havel interrupted Mr. Cross‘ private moment? Disturbing Mr. Cross at a time like this is probably dangerous for his health.

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