waking up with my nemesis' baby novel

Chapter 285 Charlotte sighed to herself . She stood stiffly and let him lean on her , hesitantly patting his sweaty back a couple of times , as if soothing a child : " But you can't just fall asleep standing here . Go to the sofa , okay ? Or ... lie down on the bed for a bit ? " The moment the words left her mouth , Charlotte regretted them . This studio apartment only had one bed . Sure enough , the man leaning on her seemed to chuckle softly , his warm breath hitting her collarbone and raising a patch of tiny goosebumps .

" Okay ." He agreed so quickly that the weakness in his voice seemed to fade , replaced by the subtle delight of a successful ploy . Charlotte was speechless , feeling like she had just walked into Chapter 285 a gentle trap . But what was done was done . She had to half - support , half- carry this " weak , " oversized man to the bedside . , Bradley practically threw himself into the soft bedding , letting out a satisfied sigh . He lay on his side , his long legs bent awkwardly off the edge of the bed , but his eyes were fixed on Charlotte , who was standing beside him .

Those eyes , bloodshot from exhaustion , were now surprisingly bright , swirling with emotions Charlotte couldn't quite decipher. Charlotte felt a little uncomfortable under his gaze and looked away . " You ... you get some sleep . I'll be right outside . " She turned to leave , but he gently grabbed her wrist . His fingers were long , and his grip wasn't strong , but it was enough to make her stop . " Don't go . " Bradley's voice was low and thick with sleepiness , yet exceptionally clear . Chapter 285 " Charlotte ... stay with me for a little while . You can go after I fall asleep , okay ?

" His thumb unconsciously brushed against the delicate skin on the inside of her wrist , sending a subtle , ticklish sensation straight to her heart . The air in the room seemed to thicken , filled with a faint sense of intimacy . The city noise outside faded away , leaving only the sound of their breathing . Charlotte looked at his sweat - dampened hair , his pale face , and his eyes , full of exhaustion and some kind of stubborn hope , and she just couldn't bring herself to be harsh . She carefully sat on the edge of the bed , trying to keep her distance , her body slightly tense .

" You should get some sleep . " Bradley seemed satisfied . The corner of his mouth curled up almost invisibly , and he slowly closed his eyes . But his hand gripping Charlotte's wrist didn't loosen , as if it were his anchor . His breathing gradually became even and deep . He seemed to Chapter 285 have fallen asleep very quickly . Charlotte sat stiffly on the edge of the bed , not daring to move . The feeling on her wrist was incredibly clear . The warmth from his palm seeped into her skin , like a faint electric current that unsettled her .

His handsome face , now in sleep , was just inches away . It had lost its usual sharpness , looking soft and harmless , though a trace of weariness still clung to his brow . Time passed in silence . Just when Charlotte thought he was sound asleep and tried to gently pull her hand away , he seemed to notice . His brow furrowed , and instead of letting go , he instinctively pulled her hand closer , holding it tighter and mumbling something : " Don't go ..." Charlotte's heart melted , and she gave up trying to pull away .

Sunlight slipped through the blinds , creeping across Bradley's sleeping face and illuminating the silent , floating intimacy in the air . Chapter 285 In the quiet space , all that was left was the sound of their mingled breaths , and a spark of attraction , quietly growing and impossible to hide . The Livingston Group headquarters , the CEO's office . Roderick had just taken off his suit jacket when his assistant , Gerry , knocked and entered , looking respectful but with a hint of relief . " Mr. Livingston . " " Go on .

" Roderick sat down behind his large desk , habitually tapping his fingers on the surface . " Everything's fine with Dr. Kline . " Gerry reported in a low voice , " Our guys just confirmed that he's already in Charlotte's apartment . It looks like ... it was just a false alarm . He probably couldn't get in touch with her and panicked , causing all that commotion . " The tapping of Roderick's fingers stopped . A flicker of understanding crossed his deep eyes before his usual cold expression returned . Chapter 285 That Bradley ...

he was always so thorough , but he completely lost his cool when it came to anything involving Charlotte . Still , as long as they were okay . He gave a slight nod . " I know . Have our guys pull back . Don't disturb them . " " Yes . " Gerry acknowledged and was about to leave , but then he stopped as if he'd remembered something , his expression . growing serious as he added : Cedella Cedella is a passionate storyteller known for her bold romantic and spicy novels that keep readers hooked from the very first chapter.

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