I Quit Being a StepMother Novel

Chapter 244 Carter's words hit straight to the core of Lauren's being . She was truly afraid that he would continue to break promises and eventually leave her . That was why she tried so hard to assert her presence . Lauren wore a puzzled expression as she asked , " What are you talking about , Carter ? " She sounded like the most innocent person in the world . Carter snapped , " There were so many people there , and you had to go up to Rhea and say those things ? " Lauren crouched before him and said gently , " I just thought I'd been too neglectful yesterday .

Since I ran into her , I wanted to apologize . Besides , many people are aware that we're acquainted . If I left without greeting her , they'd think that we have no manners . " You know how people in Draventh tend to look down on those from other cities . If we made any mistakes , I was afraid they might give you a hard time . " She always seemed well - intentioned . Annoyed , Carter tugged at his tie and signaled for a maid to help him back to the bedroom . " I'll do it . " Lauren volunteered . He didn't refuse .

Once inside , she fussed over him , helped him change clothes , and got the maid to bring warm water for his footbath . " It's cold out . Soaking your legs will help with the injury . " As Carter prepared to ease his legs into the water , Lauren suddenly kneeled on one knee . Her pajamas slipped slightly at the neckline . From his angle , he caught a glimpse of her curves . He frowned and looked away . Lauren held his foot . Her soft fingers gently brushed across the sole with slow , deliberate movements . Carter looked at her again and saw her hips lift as her body moved .

Her lips curved in a faint smile , and she occasionally met his eyes . Although Carter wasn't a frivolous playboy , he had seen women in red - light establishments before . At that moment , he inexplicably sensed a subtle sensuality in Lauren . Her waist moved rhythmically , 1/2 Chapter 244 +25 BONUS and even the action of washing his feet carried an indescribable allure . How could this be ? Lauren had always been an innocent woman . In their younger days , she knew almost nothing . Back when they first slept together , he took the lead , guiding her on what to do .

Carter suddenly asked , " Haven't you dated anyone these past years ? " Lauren paused mid - motion . " How could I ? I've been thinking about you and the kids constantly . No one else could ever catch my attention . Every day has been a mixture of pain and longing . " " Alright . That's enough , " Carter said . Lauren kneeled to dry his feet and called the maid to take away the footbath . " Carter . " " Yeah ? " " May I stay here with you tonight ? " Lauren asked . Carter instinctively frowned . " Why ? " " I want to talk to you about something . " He considered it and didn't refuse .

" What is it ? " " I know an heiress from Eryham . She's the daughter of a jewelry tycoon . I think that if I establish good terms with her , we might be able to leverage her family's connections to help you establish yourself in Draventh . The Ravelle family is strong , but there are others out there , too . " Carter felt a twinge of doubt . " Daughter of a jewelry tycoon ? " " Yes . I've known her for a while . I reached out to her the other day and got in touch . She's coming to Draventh soon , so I can meet her then . People like her have connections everywhere , especially in Eryham .

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