Hearts And Heirs(A Billionaire Romance Novel)

PART 23

Iris's pov:-

My mind has been feeling confused lately, especially when it comes to making decisions involving Adrain. Like right now...

I'm at a crossroads, unsure if I should stay or leave.

We fell asleep after Adrain passionately fucked me. With my head resting on his chest and his arm around me. I can hear his heartbeat and I'm beginning to cherish it as my favourite sound. No one can argue otherwise.

Part of me craved to stay here forever, lulled by his heartbeat. But the more rational part, thankfully, knew that I couldn't stay.

My feet grazed the rug and I grab my shirt off the floor.
Ahh.. Adrain's Shirt..... Anyways!

"What are you doing", A low, gravelly murmur, thick with sleep, vibrated against my Bach as Adrain spoke.

"Ahh... Well..... Getting dressed", I creak, hiding my from him as if there's something left he hasn't witnessed already.

He cocked an eyebrow, a mix of amusement and disbelief flickering in his eyes.

My cheeks flushed, but I schooled my features into  mask of indifference.

Adrain propped himself up against the headboard, the luxurious silk sheets clinging to his bare chest, revealing glimpses of his sculpted muscles. A small groan escaped my lips, or maybe I imagined it.

Adrain fought back a smirk, the clearing of his throat betraying his amusement.

Bastard

Stay calm, Act cool.

"Your greedy cunt is so wet for my cock".
"You don't know what you do to me".
"You're becoming my favourite addiction, Lioness".

A heat wave flooded my cheeks as his earlier words echoed in my mind, leaving me mortified.

"You are leaving", He asked in disbelief.

"Y-yeah, Doing that would be wise.... You- you probably must be thinking the same thing", I stumbled awkwardly, unable to find my words.

"Wow, I never realised you had a special power", His voice laced with a hint of mockery.

"Special power?" I asked in confusion.

"Yes, with your special power of mind reading, you must already know what's on mind right?" He teased.

"There's no need to be so sarcastic", I said dryly. "Do you want me to stay?" My voice trailed off, a question hanging in the air as I gazed at him with a hopeful expression.

"Of course, I want you to stay! Why wouldn't I?" He said with a mischievous glint in his eyes.

"You want to go?" He asked.

Was there a hint of hurt in his voice, or was I imaging it?

No, no It can't be.

"No", I shook my head vigorously, like a child.

He pulled me back onto the bed and draped the comforter over our naked bodies, then nestled me in his arms.

"I don't want to sleep", I said in a playful tone.

"How about a movie then?" He asked with a raised eyebrow.

"Yes, that sounds great"

"Pick a genre, whether it's a romance horror, or action----- I'm game for any!" Adrian said with a smile.

"Given the recent horror and action in my life, I'd opt for romance", I said with a weak smile.

"I promise you, Lioness, William will pay for what he did. I'll make sure he pays for it in the worst way possible", His touch sent shivers down my spine as he stroked my hair, followed by the warmth of a soft kiss on my forehead.

As we watched the movie in silence, I realised, for the first time in my life, I didn't feel alone. Someone finally wanted to do something for me. Though, I wanted to express my gratitude, I reminded silent choosing instead to absorb all the affection Adrain was offering.

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