Chapter 136 Impulsive Vow To An Enigmatic Husband

• The next day. Comelia was up early She stuck by Granny Rebecca side like glue when the doc was doing her regular check up After the check–up, she grilled the doctor about all the nitty gritty details Only after she was certain Granny’s health was holding up, did she let out a sigh of relief Granny Luisa kindly gave them some elbow room, leaving Granny Rebecca and Comelia some alone time Once it was just the two of them. Granny Rebecca couldn’t hold her questions anymore and steered the conversation to Jeremy, “Comelia, you mentioned on the phone you’re gonna start seeing Jeremy Are you sure about this** Cornelia nodded. “Don’t sweat it. Granny is not just some whimsical idea Ive given if a lot of thought Granny Rebecca always had faith in Cornelia’s decisions. “Jeremy is a bit of an introvert He’s not the type to spout sweet nothings, but he’s got this reliable vibe about him. Comel a nodded, “I feel the same way Granny Every time I think of him, I feel at ease” Granny Rebecca ruffled Comelia’s hair “That’s good to hear With him by your side, I can feel at ease!
• To Granny Rebeccas gmeration, love wasn’t the be all and end–all She believed that life together was about supporting each other That sense of security a partner gave was the best things in a marriage. Aher scarfing down brunch, Comelia said her goodbyes to the grannies and set off back to Riverton Stepping out of the villa, she whipped out her phone and opened the ridehailing app Lo and behold, a Rolls Royce Phantom pulled up in front of her out of the blue. The window rolled down slowly, and Marcus handsome face came into view Comelia quickly primped her appearance and greeted him politely. “President Hartley, what brings you here?” After the greeting, she peered curiously into the cat, hoping to catch a glimpse of his wife, but no one was in sight. “What are you looking for?” he asked in a deep, pleasant voice, sounding a bit indulgent Comelia answered honestly “I thought your wife was in the car I wanted to see what she looks like” “Hop in give you a lift to Riverton Marcus scooched over making room for her Unable to refuse Comelia obediently got in and took his seat, “President Hartley, why aren’t you with your wife? “Who says we’re not together?” he responded Wasn’t she sitting right next to him, chatting away? Was his wiffe invisible? Marcus leaned back in the seat and closed his eyes, clearly not in the mood for chit–chat With him ignoring her, Cornelia looked around. The driver was focused on the road, not talking to her So, she decided to follow Marcus‘ lead, leaned back in the seat, and closed her eyes Maybe it was the comfortable ride or the perfect temperature inside the car, Cornelia dozed off before she knew it. Marcus moved closer and gently rested her head on his shoulder The driver, caught a glimpse of this scene in the rearview mirror. He was taken aback and coughed a couple of times Marcus expression turned stem. He raised the partition, blocking the driver’s view Unseen, Marcus rubbed his face gently against hers. He hadn’t shaved the night before, and his stubble was a bit rough. Comelia felt a slight pain, and she sleepity opened her eyes, finding herself comfortably leaning against Marcus shoulder.
• This scene almost made Cornelia’s heart jump out of her throat She instinctively ducked back, accidentally hitting her head on the car window behind her, blurring her vision with pain Cornelia held back the pain and looked at Marcus immediately. She was relieved that Marcus seemed to be asleep and completely unaware of what just happened Comelia breathed a sigh of relief and gently patted her chest Since Marcus didn’t notice her dozing off on his shoulder, she decided to act as if nothing had happened As long as she didnt say anything no one would know she had fallen asleep on his shoulder Just as Comells was trying to reassure herself, Marcus opened his eyes at some point. His gaze was fixed on her, which was a bit unsettling Comelia stammered. President Hartley when did you wake up?” He looked temble. He watched her panicked state, the didn’t even cry out when she bumped her head He said, “Does it matter when I woke up?” Comelia knew by his cold tone and expression that he must have misunderstood her. He thought she leaned on him on purpose, that she had ulterior motives Comelia felt there was no way she could explain herself. Nervously, she said, “President Hartley, I fell asleep and somehow ended up leaning on your shoulder. I didn’t mean to fall asleep on you I swear if I didn’t have any other thoughts about you” Before she could finish, Marcus put a finger on her lips, “Try saying that one more time” This intimate action made Cornelia stiffen in fear She tried to back away, but the car door was closed behind her. She had nowhere to go. Her face tumed red, and she was on the verge of tears. “President Hartley” He hadn’t even done anything extreme yet he had managed to frighten his own wife to tears. A strong desire flashed in Marcus’s mind A voice in his heart was shouting he wanted to make her cry in his arms. But when her eyes filled with tears. That voice in his heart disappeared instantly. He steadied her head with one hand, “Where did you hit?” Comelia asked. “What?” Had he only been angry and done something intimate just to be concerned about her hitting her head on the window?