Shadows Of A Forgotten Spring Novel

Chapter 110 Chapter 110 The kiss was sudden and filled with desperation .

Emmas hands shook and clung to Jadens shirt .

Her lips , soft and broken , pressed against his with an eager need to drown the ache in her heart .

She lost herself in the warmth and safety he offered .

Her breath hitched as if each second of closeness with him could mend a part of her shattered soul .

Jaden froze , his eyes widened in disbelief and shock .

His heart hammered wildly against his chest .

He hadnt expected this , not in a million years .

The feel of her trembling soft lips sent waves of emotions crashing through him .

He tasted her pain , her longing , and something new , something he couldnt really understand .

His body responded immediately .

His cock standing at attention .

His hands cupped her face , pulling her close , wanting more , craving even more .

Her lips trembled , and a low moan escaped her , igniting a fire within him that he could hardly control .

He felt his resolve weakening as his tongue pushed into her mouth .

She tasted like strawberry and alcohol .

Her breathing was unrhythmical .

But in an instant , reality crashed onto Jaden .

His breath caught , and he suddenly pulled back , his forehead resting against hers while he fought to control himself .

His chest rose and fell with labored breathing , and he looked into her hazy eyes .

Emma , he whispered , each word laced with emotions he had covered for far too long .

This isnt right .

Her face crumpled , her lips quivering into a drunken pout as her eyes shone bright with a fresh wave of tears .

I dont care right now , she mumbled , her voice breaking on the words .

Her pain was laid bare to Jaden , raw and open .

75 % Jaden cupped her face gently , his thumb brushing away a tear from her cheek .

But I do care , he whispered , his voice cracking with the weight of his restraint .

I want this too , more than you , but not like this .

Not when you hardly know whats going on in your surroundings .

His eyes searched hers .

I dont want to hurt you , Emma .

Let me help you inside .

She sighed heavily .

She was too drunk to make out what he was saying , but she had no strength even to argue .

Her head lowered in defeat and Jaden took her hands , easing her gently out of his car .

She leaned heavily on him , her steps unsteady .

His arm went around her shoulder as he led her to her door .

10:19 Fri , 20 Dec 10 He rapped once and the door creaked open .

Mrs.

Walkers nurse appeared , her eyes widening slightly at the sight of Emmas condition .

Without a word , they guided Emma to her room Jaden carefully laid her on the bed , brushing a strand of hait front her forehead .

Goodnight , Emma , he whispered , his voice almost breaking .

He turned and left .

ΑΛΛΑ Emma woke late the next morning , her head pounding with the heavy throb of a hangover .

The room was too bright , the sunlight too sharp .

She groaned , clutching her temples as the events of last night raced through her head .

The kiss .

How Jaden had turned her down .

The shame crashed over her and she bit her bottom lip in frustration .

She covered her face , her cheeks burning hot .

What had she done ? Swallowing hard , she reached for her phone with trembling fingers .

She hesitated a little but eventually texted him .

She appreciated her relationship with Jaden and didnt want it destroyed all because of her action .

AAAAA Jadens father strode into the office with an authority that vacuumed the air out of the room .

His presence was a force to reckon with .

The door closed behind him .

Jadens jaw tightened ; his grasps tightened around the pen he was holding .

Since that crazy supper days ago , Jaden had been doing everything in his power to keep his distance most especially from his father .

Not out of fear , although his father had always had a way of instilling it but , because he couldnt stomach the thought of his father using Emma for his business ambitions .

Bile rose in his throat at the mere thought of it .

She had been through so much already , more than most people at her age .

Jaden had sworn to himself that he wouldnt become another reason for her pain , and neither would he let his fathers ruthless plans come her way .

He dropped his pen onto his desk as his father stood in front of his table with an unmatchable cold aura .

He sat up , looking straight into his fathers cold eyes .

Ive used numerous mediums in the last couple of days to get a meeting with you , his fathers voice dripped with disdain .

Sharp and cold .

Jaden exhaled slowly , willing himself to remain calm .

Ive been busy , as you can see .

Too busy to spare your father even ten minutes of your precious time ? His fathers voice thundered .

A headache rose behind Jadens eyes .

He pinched the bridge of his nose in frustration .

Im sorry .

Im listening now .

His fathers eyes , sharp as flint , narrowed .

Its about your girlfriend .

I told you I want to meet her .

Jadens jaw clenched .

He already knew where this was going .

Shes too busy .

She barely has time for herself , let alone … Dont insult my intelligence with weak excuses , Jaden .

His father cut him off .

If you cant arrange this , just say so .

But know this , I will meet her .

If you dont handle it on time , Ill do things my way .

7 10:19 Fri , 20 Dec B Chapter 110 75 % A threat .

That was what his words were .

His father turned and swiftly walked away , his polished shoes clicking against the tiled floor .

The door shut with a loud thud .

Jaden cursed under his breath , his hands balling into fists .

His father always made sure to have his way with people , weaving them into his plans and reducing them to pawns in his games .

But not this time .

Jaden wouldnt let Emma be caught in his fathers game .

He couldnt bear the thought of her suffering again .

His phone buzzed , jerking him out of his thoughts .

He was more than grateful for the distraction .

He picked up his phone , his heart thudding against his ribs as he saw the name across the screen .

Emma .

Her message was three words , but his pulse quickened as he read it .

Can we meet ?