You’ll Fall for Me, Today or Tomorrow novel Chapter 35

“Clare, you…”

A strange expression crossed Ellie’s face as she pointed at Clarissa’s body.

Puzzled, she lowered her head before she let out a loud shriek.

“Argh!”

Clarissa screamed as she dashed into the bedroom and slammed the door shut.

Ellie could not help but chuckle softly. When she met Matthew’s dark eyes, her heart skipped a beat.

“Don’t mind her, Uncle Matt. Clare is always in a daze when she wakes up.”

Why would I mind?

Matthew strode into the room and sat on the sofa. While his slender fingers fidgeted, the image of the woman’s snowy and long legs kept appearing in his mind. Her fair skin was enough to make one’s heart race.

“Uncle Matt, I’m already an adult, so I’m fine on my own. I’m just here to visit Clare because I’m afraid that she’ll be sad.”

Matthew remained silent. He only learned about that incident in the morning when Donnie had informed him about it.

As Clarissa did not answer his calls, he flew here the first thing in the morning.

He did not expect his niece to be here too.

“Uncle Matt, about this matter, Shermaine is definitely…”

“Ellie!”

Clarissa had just come out after changing her clothes. When she overheard what Ellie was saying, she quickly interrupted in time.

“I’m fine. Since Uncle Matthew is here, you should go back with him too. I’m totally alright. Those nasty comments were only left by the netizens who were oblivious to the truth. It’s not worth it to be bothered by them.”

“I won’t go back. I’m afraid that you’ll be bullied by Shermaine again!”

“I didn’t get bullied. It was merely a misunderstanding.”

Clarissa shot a look at Ellie. Although she was still angry, it was inappropriate for her to say anything else in front of Matthew.

Snorting unhappily, Ellie relented. “Fine. Your temper is as good as usual. Anyway, just remember to stay away from that woman.”

“I know.”

Ellie glanced at Matthew. “Wait for me, Uncle Matt. I’ll change my clothes first.”

When she walked into the bedroom, Matthew turned his gaze to Clarissa.

Still nervous, she lowered her voice and whispered, “Why are you here?”

He abruptly extended his hand as he grabbed Clarissa’s wrist. When he tugged her firmly, she collapsed onto the sofa beside him.

“Don’t…”

Clarissa tried to dodge his face, which was inching toward her. She averted her gaze and threw a glance at the door, breaking out into cold sweat.

“Matthew, don’t let Ellie see this.”

He did not kiss her either. Instead, he stared at Clarissa’s face intently.

“Aren’t you upset?”

Clarissa was stunned. Did Matthew rush all the way here because he was worried that I’ll be upset?

Feeling touched, a grateful look crept into her gaze. There were tears brimming in her eyes as if she was on the verge of crying.

How can I possibly reject a man like him?

She was about to say something when Ellie’s voice rang out.

Quickly pushing Matthew aside, Clarissa stood up in time for Ellie to come out of the door.

“Clare, let’s have a meal together first. Uncle Matt, you haven’t eaten too, right? Let’s eat together and leave afterward.”

Matthew sounded his agreement and the three of them headed downstairs to eat.

Clarissa was completely distracted throughout the meal. Sometimes, she had an urge to peek at Matthew but she was afraid that Ellie would possibly notice that something was amiss.

Hence, she had to forcefully restrain herself.

“Clare, if there’s nothing left for you to do here, just leave as soon as possible. Going back to D City or your hometown is better than staying with Shermaine. If she plays any more tricks, inform me instantly. As your best friend, I promise that I’ll always be there for you, understand?” whispered Ellie before she left; she was truly the epitome of a loyal friend.

Clarissa gave Ellie a warm embrace as she exclaimed with a bright grin, “Yep!”

Standing beside the car, she watched as Ellie boarded the car. She also waved to Matthew, who was inside as well.

“Have a safe trip, Uncle Matthew.”

Matthew’s eyes gleamed brightly. His gaze was unfathomable and deep, causing Clarissa’s heart to skip a beat.

When they finally left, she felt a tinge of disappointment as she returned to her room.

However, soon afterward, someone knocked on her door again.

“Who is it?”

Who can it possibly be this time?

Clarissa had just opened the door and poked her head out when the man from outside suddenly barged in. Slamming the door behind him, he grabbed her waist and pinned her against the door.

Without a single word, he embraced her right off the bat, lowering his head as he kissed her lips. His tongue invaded her mouth domineeringly, muffling any noise that she tried to make. The only sound echoing through the silent room was that of their passionate panting.

Although only a short while had passed, the kiss seemed to have lasted for an eternity.

Only then did Matthew move away from her lips as he muttered hoarsely, “I’m leaving now.”

Despite saying that, he remained rooted to the ground.

As he was grabbing her waist, Clarissa could not budge at all. Her rosy lips parted slightly as she panted, trying to catch her breath. Her hands clung onto the hems of Matthew’s shirt as she mumbled softly, “Thank you.”

He visited her because he was worried that she would be upset by the incident that had occurred online.

No matter the circumstance, she still needed to express her gratitude.

“Haha…”

A gentle chuckle escaped Matthew’s mouth. It sounded extremely alluring, causing Clarissa’s heart to race. It was then that she realized—she had fallen in love.