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Why is it so hot . Their fingers touched , and it felt like an electric shock . Rebecca pulled her hand back and instinctively turned her head . Just then , Adrian turned too , and the tips of their noses touched . This time , neither of them pulled away . Too close ... And too fast . Rebecca had never thought anything would happen between her and Adrian , but with this intimate atmosphere , this perfect distance ... It felt wrong not to kiss . Especially with Adrian's gaze so naked and frank , his eyes slowly drifting down to her lips .

Rebecca swallowed , then abruptly said something that killed Chapter 229 the mood . " I just had a shot , my mouth ... tastes bitter . " " Really ? " Adrian's voice grew raspy , dropping until it was barely audible . "Can I have a taste ? " Filled with desire , yet not demanding , his eyes asking for permission . Gentle , tender , like he was guiding Rebecca through his steps one by one during an experiment ... Rebecca was dazed and nodded lightly . Adrian leaned in almost immediately , kissing her lips , as if to verify something with a scientist's precision . Was it bitter ?

It seemed to be , a little . During the infusion , the drug could temporarily block normal bile flow . Bilirubin would then enter the bloodstream , circulate to the mouth , and cause bitter - tasting saliva . Chapter 229 But Adrian couldn't taste it . Amid the bitterness , there seemed to be a hint of sweetness ... The kiss didn't last long , true to Adrian's usual style . Quick , precise , and decisive . And meticulous , of course . He pulled back slightly , looking at Rebecca's moist lips , his tone quickly returning to̟normal . " It is a little .

" Rebecca's mind was blank ; she heard the words but didn't understand what they meant for a long time . Her face only flushed after Adrian had sat back and started the car . So that's what he meant ... about her mouth tasting bitter . On the way , Rebecca felt awkward , so she tilted her head and pretended to sleep . Maybe she was just weak or tired from the past few days , but she really did fall asleep . Chapter 229 When she woke up again , the car had already been parked downstairs for a while . Rebecca shifted . Adrian's overcoat was draped over her , warm and toasty .

" I fell asleep , sorry . " She spoke awkwardly , sitting up and running a hand through her hair . " It's fine , you weren't asleep for long . " After Adrian replied , they fell into an awkward silence again . Rebecca was conflicted . Should she just open the door and get out now ? Would that be rude ? After all , he came over in the middle of the night , stayed with her during her IV drip , and drove her home . And ... they kissed . As her mind raced , Adrian turned to her . " Have you figured out the answer ? " Chapter 229 " Huh ?

" Adrian chuckled , probably amused at how forgetful she was . " At the hospital , you asked if I was in contact with Lingri Pharmaceuticals . I asked you in what capacity you were asking me . " Rebecca couldn't help but feel nervous again . This question ... isn't it a bit too ... She gritted her teeth and said bluntly , " If you're not satisfied with my answer , will you definitely work with Lingri ? " Adrian raised an eyebrow . " I ask you a question , you don't answer , and you ask one back at me ? " Alright , Rebecca had her answer .

So much for the great scientist , the great professor ! I can't believe he's so petty . She was a little angry . But on second thought , what right did she have to be angry ? If anyone should be angry , it was Adrian . She had deceived him Chapter 229 first . Rebecca gritted her teeth . " Don't you want me ? " As she said this , Adrian's expression changed almost imperceptibly , and his eyes darkened . He didn't say a word , waiting for Rebecca to speak again . She unbuckled her seatbelt .

" Get out of the car ." His long fingers tapped the steering wheel twice before Adrian opened the car door . Rebecca got out , looked around , and held out her hand to Adrian . " Keys . I'll have security park it in the garage . You'll get a ticket here tomorrow . " Adrian still said nothing , obediently handing her the keys . They walked inside , one after the other . Rebecca was still draped in Adrian's coat , surrounded by his scent . Her heart raced , her steps felt floaty . When she got to her front door , Rebecca raised her hand to use the fingerprint scanner, but it failed twice .

Chapter 229 Adrian just stood behind her , a faint smile on his lips , saying nothing . Beep ! The door finally opened . Rebecca went inside , put the medicine she was holding on the entryway table , and took off Adrian's jacket . She gathered her courage , turned to wrap her arms around Adrian's neck , and lunged forward , pinning him against the door they had just closed . Adrian let out a muffled grunt but didn't react otherwise , just looking down at her .

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