Chapter 118 Hubby Confirmation
Reese, sitting in the passenger seat, turned her head towards Malcolm with curious eyes. “How’d you know to find me here?”
Malcolm’s hand glided over the steering wheel with effortless grace, is movements smooth as silk.
Reese had to admit that every little thing Malcolm did was infused with charm, so easy for any woman to get lost in. His appearance today was a total win–not only had he supported her, but he’d also put those naysayers in their place, the ones who’d always looked
down on her.
Who would have thought that her husband was both handsome and wealthy, and to top it off, he adored her. She hadn’t been one to boast about trivial things, but today, she made an exception, especially at the thought of Holly’s annoyed expression, which brought a particularly delightful glee to her heart, making her even warmer toward Malcolm than usual.
With a delicate touch, Malcolm hooked his finger gently under her chin, his features softening, void of the intimidating edge from earlier. “When my wife isnt home this late, of course, I have to check up on her. What If those punks had cornered you?”
Reese lifted her chin proudly. “I’m not scared of them. Even without you, I could handle that bunch.”
In terms of toughness, they were no match for her.
Hearing her defiant tone, Malcolm chuckled helplessly and felt a twinge of pain
in in his
his heart for her past struggles.
Reese, you’re married now. No matter what you’ve faced out there, from this moment on, please remember, that you’re no longer alone. You’ve got a husband to take the hits for you. There’s no need to always play the tough girl.”
He wanted his girl to rely on and trust him, to come to him with her troubles, her grievances, and equally, her joys. He didn’t want her to keep all her emotions hidden away. He understood that this so–called strength everyone talked about was nothing more than a defense against the harshness of reality. Without building those walls and appearing unbreakable, it would be too hard for a girl
to survive in this world.
It wasn’t the first time Reese had heard Malcolm’s tender words of encouragement. He opened his arms to her, inviting her to shed her guise of strength and run into the realm of her true self..
But she couldn’t muster the courage, fearing dependency would sink its claws into her, only for him to let her down in the end.
A slight sting pinched her nose, her eyes glistening with unshed tears as she tried to smile. “You always say I can lean on you, but I’m not like the other girls, Malcolm. They might hide under the covers and cry when hurt by a man, but if you ever hurt me, I’ll
make sure the pain is mutual.”
Reese wouldn’t forgive someone who hurt her, like those other girls night. Her creed was clear: an eye for an eye, no exceptions.
Seeing Malcolm silent, Reese thought her fierce stance had intimidated him. After all, what man truly invested his heart in a woman? She scoffed inwardly.
As expected, men
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the same. She never h
never had much hope, to begin with
As she looked down to fasten a loose button, Malcolm’s voice caught her off guard.
“I can accept that,”
Reese froze and stared at him with eyes wide w with shock. “What did you just say?”
“I mean it’s okay. When I married you, I committed myself to a lifetime with you. You’re my girl, and its my duty to protect and cherish you. If I ever fail you… Malcolms eyes were resolute, “you can decide my fate.”
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Reese saw the seriousness etched on his face and was at a loss for words. Her heart was a tangled mess
disarray.
and her thoughts were in
She didn’t know how to respond; she was blindsided by his words. She expected him to back out or gloss over the matter.
After all, responsibility was easily spoken but living up to it was for life.
For the first time, Malcolm saw an expression other than aloofness on Reese’s face–a flustered, deer–in–headlights look.
He felt a tinge of satisfaction, at least witnessing her change brought him pleasure.
Feeling his gaze, Reese turned away, embarrassed, her heartbeat loud in her ears.
Chuckling, Malcolm teased, “Honey, you’re blushing.”
She quickly checked her reflection, saying, “It’s just hot in here.” In an attempt to defend herself.
But they both knew better. With the windows down and the cool breeze flowing in, it was clearly not the heat.
His little wife was just shy.
Malcolm wasn’t keen on pushing her too hard. He understood only scare her away.
hat a sounded soul needed time to heal and rushing things would
Usually, patience wasn’t his strong suit, especially when it came to men, but with Reese, he was willing to t
to take it slow.
He looked forward to the day when Reese would open up to him and willingly lean on him for support.
Malcolm shifted his gate ahead, deftly changing the subject.
Did that woman earlier have something against you?”
He was referring to Holly
Reese just shrugged indifferenth. “It doesn’t bothe what others think?”
or not. You can’t please everyone,
so why
bother about
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