Chapter 303 More Than Just a Contract
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Jonathan’s eyes darkened, their depths churning with a fierce intensity, like a storm brewing silently.
The weight of it could’ve unhinged anyone.
However, Anneliese didn’t sense any danger. With her eyes shut tight, she grew bolder since he wasn’t making a move. She gently stuck out her tongue, grazing his lips in a cautious experiment.
When nothing happened, her courage grew. She felt like a silly little rabbit nibbling at the edges of a lion’s cage, utterly unaware that the beast was only biding its time.
As soon as she leaned back, all innocent satisfaction, the lion pounced.
Jonathan’s arm circled her back, pulling her tight against his chest. His other hand clutched her hair, keeping her steady as his mouth consumed hers with fierce passion.
With the faint sweetness of wine on their lips, the kiss became even more intoxicating.
He only released her when her breathing became shallow.
She collapsed against him, struggling to catch her breath. Her eyes were a jumble of tears, defiance, and a hint of mischief as she looked up at him. “Don’t call me a coward. I’m not!”
Great. Tipsy and mouthy… fantastic combo. Jonathan gazed at her flushed face and kiss–swollen lips, smiling. His voice dropped low and rough. “Alright. You’re a little fighter.”
Her blush deepened instantly. Little fighter? He’s messing with me, isn’t he?
“I’m not a fighter either!” she shot back, fuming and flustered all at once.
His eyes sparkled with amusement. He thought she was adorable when she got all defensive
like this.
He gently stroked his thumb over her heated cheek and nodded with mock seriousness. “Fine. Not a fighter. You’re just a diligent student who keeps her words.”
Ugh, that sounds even worse! Anneliese had had enough of his teasing, so she hugged him tightly and hid her face in his shoulder. “I feel like my head’s spinning. I think I’m really drunk.”
People who were truly drunk never admitted it anyway.
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At the same time, Jonathan felt his own restraint slipping. Having her this close was pushing him to his limits, so he adjusted his grip on her and suggested, “If you’re drunk, I’ll take you to
bed.”
She remained still, only nodding slightly against his shoulder.
In one swift motion, he scooped her up in his arms and carried her into the bedroom.
He laid her gently on the bed. She rolled over, tugged the blanket up, and squeezed her eyes shut as if already asleep.
Jonathan let out a chuckle. “I’ll take care of the table.”
She gave no reply, so he stepped out, leaving the door ajar.
Anneliese figured he had left the door open by accident. Just as she wanted to sneak a peek, the sound of footsteps returned. Jonathan reappeared, carrying a glass of warm water. He placed it on the nightstand, switched on the lamp in the corner, and turned to leave once more.
He figured she was hiding under the covers from sheer embarrassment. Yet just as his hand reached for the doorknob, a muffled voice emerged from beneath the blanket.
“Aren’t we in a contract marriage?”
Anneliese’s thoughts spun. If that’s true, then why are we kissing like this?
Jonathan turned back, his gaze steady. “A contract doesn’t change what it is. Marriage is still marriage.”
Anneliese froze under the blanket, her heart stuttering in her chest.
Her head felt light; her thoughts were tangled and unclear.
His voice dropped lower. “It isn’t something you do halfway. Marriage comes with everything, and I don’t believe in cutting corners.”
Heat flooded her cheeks, her whole body tightening under the covers.
Jonathan’s tone softened, coaxing now. “You didn’t seem to hate it just now. So don’t push it away. Let it happen… slowly, one step at a time.”
Anneliese gave no reply, so he let out a soft sigh and turned away.
Right as the door was shutting, a small hand poked out from under the blanket, flashed him a thumbs–up, and then disappeared like a scared rabbit.
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Jonathan’s low chuckle lingered in the air as the door clicked shut.
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When his footsteps finally faded away, Anneliese lay awake in bed, unable to sleep. She snatched her phone, snuggled it under the covers, and tapped her chat with Jessica.
‘Ahhh, Jonathan’s basically making it clear he wants me!‘ she typed in a frenzy.
On the other end, Jessica–fresh from yoga and mid–sip of water—nearly choked when she read it.
Her reply popped up right away. ‘You’re only realizing that now?‘
Anneliese bit her lip. Alright, fine… It’s not like I didn’t know. That night at the White estate dinner, I definitely felt his reaction when he carried me into the shower.
