Chapter 14 Quick Reflexes
Malcolm’s eyes flickered with a mix of embarrassment and disbelief. Seriously? How could she be su blunt? Most folks would just pretend they didn’t see anything if they caught a glimpse of someone else’s phone. But not her. Nope, she’s gotta confirm it.
Berse just grabbed his phone, skimmed through their chat, and handed it back like it was no big deal..
“Chill, it’s cool you wanna check on me. But if you’re curious, just ask me straight up.” She plopped down on the edge of the bed and wrapped around Malcolm’s “We’re married now, gotta keep it real with each other, right?
Reese had this easy smile, but Malcolm’s eyes dropped to her hand on his
d her arm
“Let go.
His tone left no room for argument
Reese picked up on the fact that he wasn’t into being touched. She didn’t mean anything by it, just saw him stressing over checking on her and wanted to help him relax.
She let go. pouting a bit. “Alright, alright”
on hacker.
Honestly, she called him out on purpose. If she really wanted to know what they were chatting about, she didn’t need to make a scene. Being a top she could we checked that message in a heartbeat.
Malcolm turned his head and caught sight of the smooth, delicate skin behind her ear. But why was her face a different color?
Was she really hiding something from him?
Lost in thought, be slowly reached out to Teese, his fingertips brushing her hair aside and pinching her earlobe. Nothing came off on his hand, proving that was her real skin color, But her face…
His hand was about to touch her face when Reese dodged, eyeing him warily.
“Why are you touching my year?”
Malcolm’s eyes sparkled as he said, “You’re my wife now. It’s only natural for me to
me to touch
YOU‘
He figured, Touching her earlobe is no big deal. Heck, even getting intimate is reasonable.
Reese looked up, her eyes sharp as she shot back, “Then why did you freak out when I just held your hand?”
(always
been like this.”
“Well, I dont like being touched by others either. Even if you’re my husband, we’re not
Beese three his own logic right back at him.
that close yet.”
Malcolm didn’t expect Hear to be so sharp. Having her around might actually help dodge some unnecessary drama. He figured he should make the most of
Not wanting to argue anymore, be switched gears and raised an eyebrow, “So, can you tell me your real identity?”
Rear had already decided not to keep it from him. Without his trust, the treatment couldn’t go on.
More importantly, she was worried Malcolm had his own info network. If he dug up her other identities, things could get messy.
in a hospital, but I got in through connections. My grandma was a doctor and taught me a lot of medical stuff.”
Malcolm squinted at her, looking half skeptical.
“Is it that simple?”
“What else? Some big shot? Come on, if I really were, how could I end up marrying some candum guy?”
She said this, pretending to be super chill, and gave Malcolm a pat on the shoulder.
Malcolm was speechless. Did Reese forget what he just said? –
Reese thought that treating his leg could bring them closer. She saw it as a chance. Even if she couldn’t get him to spill everything, she could at least get general idea.
“Let me massage your leg. It II help with your recovery. I’ve got this unique technique that’ll make you feel amazing.”
Malcolm nearly choked on his water, his face twisting in surprise.
Seeing him struggle, Reese quickly patted his back. “Take it easy, no one’s racing you.”
Once Malcolm calmed down, he suddenly grabbed Reese’s wrist and pulled her towards him. She was caught off guard, and her lips bumped into his chin.
Both of them froze.
Malcolm stared at her face, mostly hidden by thick bangs and those black–framed glasses. He suddenly got curious about what she looked like underneath Them.
He slowly reached out, his fingertips just brushing the frame when Reese quickly pushed him away.
Malcolm was caught off guard, his upper body swaying slightly, but he managed to stay seated.
Reese eyed him warily. “Why are you trying to take off my glasses?”
“I just want to see what my wife really looks like. Or are you hiding something from me?”
Reese’s heart raced under his intense gaze, and she quickly adjusted her glasses.
