Ms. Escape: Marrying to Run, Fighting to Rise Novel

Chapter 81 Morning Tensions www.glund Adriana felt as if she had remmed in the day Matthew had brought her back to the apartment " Manhw Adriana mummuned in her dream , wanting to ask bum , Are we dating ? We are , ngh she didn't even realize she had spoken his manne aloud in her sleep . Curtis stiffened slightly as he held Adriana , a shadow darker than might clouding his expression . 1 The next morning , when Adriana woke up , Curtis was alresuly gone from the room The side of the bed was cool . He had clemly left long ago .

Her back and waist ached as she got up , and for a second , Adriana wondered if she'd been hit by a car last night She peeked carefully into the living room . Curtis wasn't there ... and there was no breakfast in the room A faint disappointment settled over her . Curtis was usually very thoughtful . When they were together , he always made sure breakfast was ready for them to eat together , But today , nothing As she brushed her teeth , Adriana felt a flutter of anxiety . Did I do something last night to upset Curtis ? Right then , the door opened with a click .

Curtis returned , dressed in workout clothes , clearly fresh from exercising Adriana put down her toothbrush to rinse her mouth , and before she could even speak , Curtis grabbed her check and kissed her . Adriana stared blankly at Curtis , a little confused . He seemed kind of moody . " Up this early ? " Curtis finally released her after the kiss . " Y - you went to work out ? " Adriana couldn't help but admire him - Curtis was remarkably disciplined . " Nah , I went to fight your ex , " Curtis said it in this lazy , teasing way , but it somehow felt serious too .

Adriana stared at Curtis in shock . Then she noticed a cut on his lip . " You got into a fight ? " * " Yeah . He's like a rabid dog , biting people first thing in the morning , " Curtis replied lightly . Adriana drew a deep breath . He actually fought Matthew . That would've been epic to see . Too bad I missed it . " You seem ... disappointed you didn't get to see us fight , " Curtis said , rulling her hair . Adriana felt as if he were petting a dog - his movements were so natural .

1/3 Mon , Jan Chapter 81 Morning Tensions Finished Glancing at him with quiet resentment , she whispered , " Why did he hit you ? He should apologize to you . " Curtis nodded , a small smile tugging at his lips . " Next time we see him , you can get justice for me Adriana nodded silently , inwardly puzzled at how Matthew could suddenly be so impulsive . In four years of knowing him , he had never been the type to act violently . After breakfast , Curtis changed into a more casual set of workout clothes , his entire aura seeming to glow .

He was truly handsome , requiring no accessories ; just sitting there , he naturally drew attention . " Let's go get some dessert balls . " Curtis remembered how rough he had been with Adriana the night before , so today he figured he should buy her something sweet to make up for it . Adriana's eyes lit up , and her ears twitched slightly - she was clearly delighted . She was simple that way ; her emotions always showed on her face . But after four years with Matthew , she had almost forgotten what it felt like to be carefree and happy .

As soon as they stepped out of the hotel , Adriana ran into Natasha and Matthew again . Hotel staff were helping Natasha with her luggage , clearly indicating they were returning to Haldoria . Their car was parked outside , and Matthew opened the door for Natasha to get in first . " Mr. Lincoln , what a coincidence , " Matthew greeted Curtis and Adriana . Adriana looked at Matthew , noticing a similar cut at the corner of his eye . So they really did beat each other up ? " Heading back to Haldoria ? " Curtis pulled a lollipop from his pocket and tossed it to Matthew .

" I've quit smoking , so here , have a lollipop . My wife bought it . " Adriana couldn't help rolling her eyes . Curtis had asked her to buy the lollipops , saying he was quitting smoking and needed something to chew on . Matthew's expression darkened , but he still nodded politely . Then he glanced at Adriana . " See you in Haldoria . " Adriana hesitated for a moment before speaking . " Mr. Langford , don't you think you should apologize to Curtis ? Attacking someone for no reason - don't you think that's inappropriate ? " She was honestly curious .

Curtis and Matthew fought each other , but now they're talking like nothing happened . Is this just how business people operate ? Matthew blinked in surprise , staring at Adriana , then glanced at Curtis . " Apologize to him ? " " Yes . You shouldn't have hit him , " Adriana said firmly , stepping in front of Curtis protectively . 2/3 ||| O 20:07 Mon , Jan 5 G Chapter 81 Morning Tensions A faint smile curved Curtis's lips . Finished Matthew's anger flared as he looked at Curtis . " I was just out for a morning workout , and he dragged me into the cage to spar . Why should I apologize to him ?

" Adriana shifted awkwardly , glancing at Curtis . Curtis remained calm , showing no hint of embarrassment or regret over his previous words . " Well ... at least you shouldn't have hit him in the face , " Adriana whispered . " Did you only notice the injuries on his face ? You can't see the ones on mine ? " Matthew's gaze sharpened . Seeing Adriana defend Curtis so fiercely , a suffocating mix of fury and helplessness rose in him , making him feel like he was about to lose control .

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