I Quit Being a StepMother Novel

Chapter 430 Louie was surprised . " You didn't know ? When Mr. George's older brother had that accident , Mr. George was supposed to go with him . But he went to pick you up instead . It was fortunate that he didn't . Otherwise , it would've been two lives lost that day . " Rhea fell silent . She could already imagine what must be running through Cynthia's mind . Kate knew exactly how to exploit Cynthia's guilt over Gerard . Rhea figured that Cynthia must believe that she was the root cause of it all . Perhaps not entirely the cause , but still partly to blame .

Rhea thought that Kate was truly ruthless . " Thank you , Mr. Scott , " Rhea said . " No need for thanks . I'd do anything for you , no questions asked . " Louie spoke with the kind of devotion one reserved for a savior . " Keep an eye out . If Carter tries to return to Colburn , I want to know ahead of time . " Louie assured her , " Don't worry . He won't have a place in Colburn anymore . " When George stepped into the study , he saw Rhea standing by the window , a bright smile lighting her face as she spoke on the phone . He didn't interrupt .

He simply walked up behind her , slipped an arm around her waist , and brushed his lips against her ear . By then , she had ended the call . Tilting her head , she couldn't see his face but could catch the familiar scent that clung to him . She sensed that he must be feeling very troubled , caught between her and Cynthia . " Have you had dinner yet ? " Rhea asked softly . " No. I'm not hungry . " " Come on , eat a little with me . " It wasn't really about the food . She just wanted an excuse to pour him a drink and help him forget whatever was weighing on his mind .

Rhea leaned on the armrest , her eyes sparkling . Her voice carried a hint of lazy drawl as she asked , Has work been busy lately ? " George's eyes stayed locked on hers . "Not really . " 1/3 Chapter 430 No matter how much work there was , he would always make time for her . +25 BONUS They drank together , their conversation drifting from one topic to another . Before long , it was past midnight . George had never spent the night there before . And that night , he was ready to leave , as usual . " George . " He stopped at the door and turned . " Yeah ?

" Rhea leaned back in her chair and tipped her head back . Her voice was slow and deliberate . " Why don't you stay ? " She could tell that his mood was heavy . George's heart slammed in his chest . They both knew what staying meant . " You want me to ? " George looked at her . Rhea smiled . " It depends on whether you want to . " After a while , in the master bedroom , George held her close as they sank into the softness of the bed . Her eyes shimmered as her cool fingers traced his cheek . " I don't like it when you frown . " Every nerve in George's chest tightened .

" Don't let me be the reason you feel torn , " she whispered . " When you love someone , all you can do is give it your best . Everyone has their own responsibilities , and I understand whatever you choose to do . " George's brows furrowed even more . " Don't you have expectations of me ? " Her lashes fluttered . " Of course I do . " He instinctively tightened his grip on her waist . His gaze darkened , and his throat tightened . " You were disappointed in Carter because you expected him to change . But why is it that with me , you just let things be ? " Rhea gasped softly . " You're ...

hurting me . " George let go at once . " Sorry , I didn't mean to . I'll help you massage it . " Seeing George act so cautiously around her , Rhea was reminded of her former self . 2/3 Chapter 430 Suddenly , she raised her hand and tilted George's chin upward . Today's Bonus Offer +25 BONUS X