Rising from the Ashes The Heiress They Tried to Erase Novel

Chapter 330: The sunlight highlighted his sharp features, his white shirt looking crisp and spotless. His movements, as he turned the wheel, were smooth and confident, making him appear both handsome and capable. It was hard to believe this was the same guy who had been sprawled out on the couch just the night before. Maia looked away, focusing straight ahead. She frowned slightly and said, "You really should get a job and keep busy. You don't have to pick me up every day." She thought Chris would argue, but to her surprise, he nodded without hesitation. His voice was light.

"Okay, I'll do as you say, my wife." After parking, he got out of the car and walked around to Maia's side, opening the door for her with a gentleman's touch. He certainly knew how to play the part. Had he done this for other wealthy, glamorous women before? Maia pressed her lips together. Just as she was about to step out, Chris grabbed her hand and slipped something into it. Her eyes widened as she recognized what it was - the key to the Maserati! "You..." Maia stared at him, bewildered. Chris's smile remained as he asked, "Ever driven one before?" She nodded in affirmation.

"Then, consider this Maserati yours," Chris declared, his eyes meeting hers. "It'll simplify your life quite a bit. Just park it in spot number 20 in our underground garage when you're home. It's right by the elevator - the biggest spot we have, makes parking a breeze." Seeing that Maia still looked a bit dazed, Chris reached out and lightly touched her nose playfully, chuckling softly. "Since you don't need me to drive you around, I don't need this car. You know, flashy cars just attract too much attention, and that might make you uncomfortable, right?

Besides, this was purchased with your funds, so it's rightfully yours. Don't feel obliged to use it. I'm going back to driving for my boss anyway. You were light about me needing to do something worthwhile." Chris's sudden gesture took Maia by surprise. Lɒtєѕτ chɑρτєrs ιn glovє. It wasn't that she lacked the skills or the means for a car; she simply never bothered to deal with the hassle of purchasing or driving one herself. Especially with recent events, the thought of buying a car had drifted to the far corners of her mind.

Yet, Chris had a point - a car would indeed add convenience to her life. But the idea that he had just handed over the keys to a newly purchased car was beyond her expectations. Why did Chris always manage to surprise her? Why did he continually defy the image she had crafted of him in her mind? Maia felt her usual poise faltering. She was typically unshakeable, masterfully in control of any situation - except when it involved him. In his presence, her usual calm, her confidence, even her sharp judgment seemed to fray at the edges. Chris... Who was he, truly?

Her eyes narrowed slightly as she studied him, trying to decipher the thoughts behind those enigmatic smiles. She couldn't help but wonder if Chris was deliberately drawing her into his unpredictable orbit... Was this all a game to him, or... Catching her intense scrutiny, Chris cocked his head and offered a lazy smile. "Miss Watson, if looks could drill, I'd be full of holes by now." Their awkward first encounter at City Hall came to mind. Shaken from her thoughts, Maia quickly averted her eyes, hoping to conceal her inner turmoil.

But when she lifted her gaze again, she found Chris's striking features alarmingly close. He leaned in, his almond eyes shimmering with a mischievous glint, his lips curving into a teasing smile. "You mentioned that I could please you, didn't you? Yet, you haven't really experienced mine. How do you know whether I can please you or not? Shall we have a try?" . . .