waking up with my nemesis' baby novel

Chapter 66 She shoved Edward away , stumbling back two steps until her back hit the cold wall . " Enough ! " Her voice trembled , the bangs on her forehead already soaked with cold sweat . " Edward , don't be so full of your ... " Before she could finish , the sound of hurried footsteps approached . Roderick strode closer , holding Kevin . The moment he saw the two of them , his steps came to an abrupt halt . The air seemed to freeze . Madeleine saw Roderick's gaze suddenly turn cold . The eyes that always looked at her with such tenderness were now like ice .

She opened her mouth to explain but found her throat was too dry to make a sound . " Daddy , " Kevin suddenly spoke , his small hand clutching Chapter 66 Roderick's collar . " It's Mommy ... " The child's innocent voice broke the dead silence . Roderick closed his eyes , and when he opened them again, he had regained his composure . He strode forward and pulled Madeleine behind him with one arm , his movement assertive yet gentle . " Are you okay ? " he asked in a low voice , his fingertips gently brushing against Madeleine's cold wrist .

Madeleine shook her head , subconsciously grabbing his sleeve . She could feel Roderick's body was tense , like a fully drawn bow , yet he was still restraining himself from lashing out right there . When did he get here ? Did he see everything ? Does this mean he doesn't believe me ? Madeleine's mind was clogged with questions , but the words just wouldn't come out. Chapter 66 Edward saw Roderick's murderous glare and raised his hands in a shrug . " Mr. Livingston , your wife was the one who threw herself at me . If you don't believe me , there should be security cameras here .

" " You're right , Mr. Carroll ." Roderick gritted his teeth . " There are cameras here . I'll be sure to investigate thoroughly how Mr. Carroll just so happened to enter this haunted house at the same time as my family . " Roderick's low words helped Madeleine collect her thoughts . That's right , why was Edward here? And how could he have shown up in the haunted house with them so coincidentally ? This doesn't make sense ! " Are you following me ? " Edward scoffed . " Me , follow you ? What a joke ." That's what he said , but in the dim light , his expression was visibly ugly .

Chapter 66 Edward thought this was insane . Her eyes couldn't lie , and he could clearly see there was no love in her gaze as she looked at him . But he didn't believe someone could change so quickly . She's faking it . He was sure of it . Her desperate struggle to get out of his arms just now was probably because Roderick had shown up . If Roderick wasn't here , if it was just the two of them ... Edward's heart tightened . He realized something was off with him today . He used to get annoyed every time he saw her , so what was wrong now ?

Looking at her fair skin and delicate features , he was surprised to feel a flicker of anticipation about being with her again . He was interested in Madeleine ? No way . What a joke ! Edward felt irritated . He knew he shouldn't have come . He tugged at his tie , ready to leave . Chapter 66 He turned to leave , but then whipped back around and mouthed to Madeleine , " Nice act . " Madeleine was trembling with anger when she felt Roderick's warm hand on the small of her back , steadily supporting her . Roderick's icy gaze met Edward's , and a murderous intent flared in both their eyes .

The haunted house , already blasting the AC , felt even colder now . " Can you walk ? " Roderick asked in a low voice , and the concern in his eyes made Madeleine's nose sting . She nodded , and Roderick started walking out , holding his son with one arm and shielding her with the other . His broad , straight back completely separated her from Edward , like an unbreakable barrier . As they stepped out of the haunted house , the night breeze hit her face , and Madeleine realized her back was soaked with sweat .

Chapter 66 Kevin leaned out from his father's arms , his small hand gently wiping the cold sweat from her forehead . " Don't be scared , Mommy . Kev will protect you . " Roderick silently watched the distant Ferris wheel , the colored lights reflecting on his chiseled profile . After a long moment , he finally spoke , " Do you want to head back ? " Madeleine knew he was giving her a choice : continue their date or end this awful night . She took a deep breath and reached for Roderick's hand . " The fireworks are about to start . Let's go watch .

" Roderick's fingers twitched , then he gripped her hand tightly in return . His palm was warm and dry , enveloping Madeleine's small hand . " Okay ." he said softly , his thumb gently stroking the back of her hand . Dazzling fireworks exploded overhead . Everyone looked up , Chapter 66 smiling , their faces filled with wonder . But neither Madeleine nor Roderick was really watching them . Roderick turned his head , his gaze landing on Madeleine . Cedella Cedella is a passionate storyteller known for her bold romantic and spicy novels that keep readers hooked from the very first chapter.

With a flair for crafting emotionally intense plots and unforgettable characters, she blends love, desire, and drama into every story she writes. Cedella's storytelling style is immersive and addictive-perfect for fans of heated romances and heart-pounding twists.