After my death my husband who threw me into the hunting grounds went insane novel

Chapter 21 Chapter 21 SCARLET His finger brushed my skin as he draped the robe over my shoulders .

I stared up at him and met his mysterious gray eyes .

His face came close , so slow as if the world had stopped spinning .

I wanted him , and only him .

His lips were so close .

Kissing him wouldnt be too much of a pressure .

I tangled my fingers in his hair .

Scarlet , he called me by my name .

Yes , yes … Call my name … Luke .

Knock Knock Scarlet , darling ? Are you in there ? Oh , God : I opened my eyes emphatically , and the view of Lukes face faded as my ceiling appeared in my sight .

Swiftly , I jerked up in shock .

This wasnt the only time Id dreamed about Luke .

Id been in an unhealthy obsessive relationship , and Id avoided getting too attached , but having wet dreams about my stepbrother was even worse .

This had to stop .

Breakfast is ready , darling .

Mom called again , followed by another thud on my door .

Yes , Mom .

Im coming I slapped my forehead in irritation .

I swung my legs out of the bed and opened the door .

Good morning , darling She kissed my cheek .

Morning Its always good to have breakfast when every family member is present , she said .

Lukes still home , surprisingly .

Im surprised he stayed in the house for three days straight .

I pressed a hard ine on my lip .

Yes .

So unusual .

Ill come down in a moment .

Breakdast starts in five minutes .

Mom trusted my cheek with her thumb and mumbled , Love you , honey .

Im glad youre here .

I love you too .

She smiled sweetly and marched away .

Ihan the door and blew out a frustrated breath .

Breakfast with the family was torture if Luke was there not to mention after what happened at the pool last right .

If I couldnt like him , it was easier for me to just hate him .

Avoiding him would be too much of a chore since this was his home , I went straight to the bathroom and washed my face : I still looked like shit .

I had dark lines under my eyes due to the past restless nights .

I grimaced at my reflection Shortly after , I came downstairs , straight to the dining room .

I was a bit afraid to find Luke , but fortunately , he wasnt there .

Good morning , Thomas .

I pulled out a chair and settled by his side .

One of the housemaids instantly served me a plate and a glass of milk .

I muttered Gadis , but she didnt seem to hear and lett .

I wasnt used to having people serving me as if I were royalty .

Good sorting , der be greeted back .

Im glad you decided to join us .

Luke preferred eating alone , as usual .

He probably just like to eat with the outdoor view , honey .

Mom said Hes on the veranda , she added with a wink , though I wasnt asking .

That kid .

No wonder he likes you more than me Thomas shook his head in disbelief .

Anyway , Ill make sure your daughter will like me .

I grinned .

Oh , I like you , Thomas .

I leaned over and whispered .

Mom nags me all the time .

Chapter 21 He let out a rich laugh .

Does she ? Mom glared at us .

I heard that you know ? I giggled .

Love you , mommy .

So , hows your second night here , Scarlet ? he asked again and grinned sweetly after taking a sip of his coffee .

You have a beautiful home , and I love the swimming pool .

Though , Im not a good- I paused , remembering what happened last night , … swimmer .

Oh , you tried the pool ? Beautiful view , isnt it ? Mom said cheerfully .

Luke can give you a few swimming lessons .

Hes a good swimmer .

I almost choked .

If only they knew what Luke did last night .

Letting him close to me again wouldnt be such a good idea .

I was salivating over my stepbrother , and I was beginning to hate myself for it .

Would you like some of these , honey ? Mom offered me the hash browns .

Yes , thanks .

She put some on my plate , and I began digging out my bacon .

How are you and Luke getting along , Scarlet ? Is he being good to you ? Thomas abruptly asked , which caught me off guard .

I think were fine , I tried to reason , thinking the opposite .

I munched a piece of my food .

Luke is living in a different world .

Im sure you already noticed that .

He went on while chewing his food .

Hes always busy , and obviously , he always wants attention .

Mom patted his husbands shoulder .

Dont let him hear that .

Your son is a good man .

Sometimes hes just … distant .

She shifted her eyes to me .

You should try to get along with him , darling .

Hmm .

Speaking of Luke , has he spoken to you yet ? Thomas asked as if remembering something .

I frowned .

About what ? He came to me yesterday about the property transfer .

I thought he went home to speak with you .

I stopped eating .

I dont quite understand .

The property .

I know that this is too much to take in , but youre my daughter now .

You are intended to receive a few of my properties , and some of Lukes too , to be precise .

What ?! I almost exclaimed , and my jaw just dropped .

Yes , dear .

To finally legalize things , we need you to sign a few documents so we can send it to my lawyer .

My shoulders dropped .

Why would you do that ? You asked him to transfer his property to me ? I demanded .

Mom grabbed his arm softly , she shook her head , signaling him to stop .

Thankfully , he did because I didnt want to hear any more of it .

Was it possibly the reason why Luke hated me ? He was torturing me because his father wanted to put money in my bank account ? He could just tell me in the first place instead of tormenting me .

I could understand that billionaires were capable of doing such things , but Im not that kind of person .

I wouldnt turn into a gold digging daughter or a sister just because my mother married a wealthy man .

I think Im finished with my breakfast .

Thank you .

I wiped my mouth with a napkin and finally stood up .

Scarlet , will you sit down , please ? Mom asked , trying to sound calm , but I knew from her expression , she wanted to lecture me .

I took a deep breath Im sorry .

Thank you for everything , but no thank you .

I just dont think I can accept that .

I turned and marched away .

Instantly , I thought of looking for Luke .

I went straight to the veranda .

I found him by the patio sipping on a cup and holding an iPad Damn .

He just looked like he was straight out of a movie scene .

He was dressed in a casual white Ralph Lauren shirt and khaki sports shorts ; he matched the attire with brown top sider leather shoes .

My fingers itched to run over his brushed up hair .

I couldnt believe I could still admira him after the prank he just pulled last night .

Chapter 21 Luke ! His head swung in my direction , and he raised an eyebrow at me .

Is that why you fucking hate me ? I raged as I approached him .

Did you hate me because of it ? His expression suddenly softened .

Whats going on ? I know that you already think Im a gold digger , but Im not , okay ? I yelled .

If youd hate me because of that , you should have told me .

I didnt ask for any of it .

He frowned .

Whoa ! Calm down .

What are you talking about ? He put his cup and iPad down .

If you have a problem with me , just say so .

He briefly shut his eyes and finally stood ; he made me feel so small .

Will you fucking calm down ? You could have told me the truth , that it was the reason why we couldnt get along- A playful smile curled across his lips .

You wanted us to get along ? I rolled my eyes .

For everything I said , thats the only thing you remember ? And we could not get along because ? What is it that youre trying to say here ? He crossed his arms .

Just take your property back ! I dont need any of it ! Is that why youre harassing me ? I exhaled sharply .

Yes .

I think thats it .

His mouth curved a sneer .

Let me tell this to you , witch … I have a name , Luke , I snapped .

Its Scarlet .

He pressed the points on his temples with his finger .

The transfers I did are mandatory .

Ill send you the copies , and before you fucking complain with your smart ass mouth , make sure you know what you are talking about .

Its not the properties why we would never get along .

Its because of you .

Because of me ? What the hell was that supposed to mean ? As far as I remember , I didnt do anything wrong .

It was him who was being a pain in the ass .

Oh , I hate you , I murmured .

The feeling is mutual , he said .

Ill show you the papers , and you can sign them like a good girl .

He picked up his iPad and walked past me , me open mouthed .