When She Turns Her Back Novel

Chapter 302 Chapter 302 Charles's kind words helped soothe Teresa's anger a little . He was gripping her hand , but she refused to look back at him . 55 vouchers After a long sigh , Teresa said , " She got herself into this mess , so she should fix it herself . Neither of us has any reason to bail her out . Even if you help her out this time , what about next time ? Are you planning to be her shield forever ? " With that , Teresa yanked her hand out of Charles's grasp . She didn't say anything else , just opened the car door and stepped out . Charles hurried after her .

Seeing Teresa about to walk away , he grabbed her with a firm grip and pulled her right back . Charles was strong - with barely any effort , he pinned Teresa against the car . He loomed over her , casting his shadow across her right there in front of everyone . Teresa struggled a couple of times , but she couldn't budge Charles at all . In the end , she stopped struggling . She lifted her face to him , her voice sharp with anger as she glared up .

" Charles , let me go ." Charles's big hand locked tight around her waist - her coat did nothing to hide the shape of her body , the outline clear beneath his grip . Teresa was sprawled back against the car , the sunshine stinging her eyes and making them water until tears . sparkled at the corners . Charles leaned in , his gaze fixated on her . " Get in the car ." Teresa pressed her lips together , staying silent and still . In that moment , she felt like a lamb led to slaughter - completely powerless , unable to fight back .

Seeing her keep quiet , Charles leaned in even closer , his lips so near they almost grazed her cheek . Uneasy , Teresa turned her face to the side , refusing to meet his eyes . Seeing her pull away from him , Charles felt a dull ache twist in his chest . But then , Charles leaned in and teased in a husky , unmistakably threatening voice , " If you don't get inside , I'll kiss you right here in front of everyone " His breath was hot against Teresa's face - she could feel every word on her skin .

20:18 Fri , Oct 17 Chapter 302 He was way too close , so close Teresa could count his heartbeats if she wanted . And she knew Charles - if he said it , he'd really do it . She had no choice but to back down . Teresa muttered , " Then let me go first ." Charles's lips arched into a smug grin . After a long , lingering moment , he reluctantly loosened his grip and let her go . 89 55 vouchers As soon as Teresa straightened up , Charles had already opened the passenger door for her , giving her a silent , commanding gesture to get in .

Once she was inside , Charles leaned over without a word and carefully buckled her seatbelt . After fastening it , he remained bent over , his eyes meeting hers at close range . With a soft , indulgent tone , he said , " That's my good girl ." As he lavished praise on her , his hand reached out to gently caress Teresa's cheek . Teresa closed her eyes , then pulled her face away from his hand . Seeing this , Charles's fingers curled slightly . He withdrew his hand , letting out a bitter chuckle . Without saying anything else , Charles circled around the car and got into the driver's seat .

As the car pulled away , it suddenly dawned on Teresa - her grad school exam was just around the corner , only two days away . With everything that had happened with Charles , Yolanda , and Wendy , she was feeling completely wiped out these days . The exam was coming up fast , so she thought she'd better try to squeeze in some last - minute review . With that in mind , Teresa turned to Charles and said , " Can you drop me off at the library ? " Charles shot her a curious look . " What , you're not coming to the office with me ?

" Teresa replied calmly , " I still need to prep for my grad school exam . " Charles frowned , sounding genuinely lost . " You don't like being Mrs. Logan ? " Teresa steadied her voice , thinking back over everything . " No , I was really unhappy . I'm not about to make the same mistake twice ." Charles heard the bitterness in her tone and didn't push her any further . After a moment , Charles offered , " I'll have your books sent to the office . Why don't you study in my office ?

There's a lounge in there if you need a break ." 20:18 Fri , Oct 17 Chapter 302 : 39 55 vouchers Teresa wanted to refuse , but before she could get a word in , Charles had already called Liam and handled everything for her . Soon , their car rolled up in front of Logan Group . Charles stepped out and , in his usual considerate style , walked around to open the passenger side door for Teresa . He reached out his hand - Teresa hesitated for a split second , but in the end , she let him take her by the hand and guide her gently out of the car .

At the entrance of the building , quite a few staff and passersby caught sight of Charles's chivalrous gesture , their curious gazes lingering on the pair . Everyone started whispering and gossiping the moment they saw it . " Uh , seriously , who's that girl with him ? " " Wait a sec , am I seeing things or did Mr. Logan just show up with a different woman ? " " Is that supposed to be Ms. Yates ? Doesn't really look like her at all ... " " Wow , Mr. Logan's literally holding her hand and helping her out of the car ! " " Seriously , is it just me or do they look way too intimate ? Does Ms.

Yates know what's going on ? " As soon as Charles took Teresa by the hand and walked into the lobby , all gossip came to an abrupt halt . But as Teresa stepped inside , everyone was staring , their gazes loaded with all sorts of emotions . Some looked puzzled , some couldn't help but envy her , and some just seemed indifferent . Charles made no effort to hide anything - he wasn't about to let go of Teresa's hand , not even for a second . Even as they stepped into the private elevator together , Charles kept Teresa's hand firmly in his grip - no sign of letting go .

He glanced at their blurred reflections on the shiny elevator wall , his jawline tense with emotion . Teresa tried to pull her hand away , but when Charles wouldn't loosen his grip , she could only stare at his reflection , her gaze lingering on his silhouette against the wall . " Charles , can you let go of me ? Just for a moment ? " Teresa said , her voice tinged with a nervous undertone . Charles turned to her , towering over Teresa as he caught sight of her blushing cheeks .

A sly smile crept onto his lips and he teased in a low voice , " Call me ' hubby ' and maybe I'll let go ." Teresa frowned , lifting her face to him . " Lame . " Seeing how little she cared , Charles felt a sudden , inexplicable pang in his chest . 20:18 Fri , Oct 17 Chapter 302 : 39 55 vouchers There used to be a time when the slightest sigh from him would have her chasing after him , refusing to let go until she got an answer . But now , even if he told her he liked her , loved her - she wouldn't believe a word , and all that remained between them was her cold indifference .

Charles didn't tease her anymore - he simply let go of her hand . When the elevator stopped , Charles stepped out first . He held the door for Teresa , gesturing for her to come . out . He only released her hand after she stepped out , lingering a second before letting go . The CEO's office was massive - Teresa rarely set foot inside this place . And even on the rare times she did , Charles wasn't exactly welcoming . Liam had already laid out all the books Teresa would need , neatly stacked right there on Charles's desk .

Charles headed over , scooped up the books , and handed them to Teresa . " Come on , I'll show you to the lounge . " Since the office was always pretty busy with people dropping in , Teresa thought she'd have a way easier time studying in the lounge . Charles led her straight to the lounge . He looked like he had work to get back to - after settling her in , he slipped out without another word . Teresa didn't bother asking about it . She just found a seat and settled in . She needed a pen to study , but realized she'd forgotten to bring one . So she started rummaging through the drawers .

While digging around , she awkwardly stumbled on a couple of condoms . No box , nothing fancy - just laying loose in the drawer like somebody didn't care at all . " Wow , looks like someone's been having a good time ... and these are just what's left , Teresa thought , feeling both speechless and a little embarrassed . She shut the drawer in a hurry , telling herself , ' Yep , definitely not rifling through there again . After an hour hunched over her study books , Teresa's head was spinning and her vision went blurry . She dropped onto the couch and decided to take a breather .

She hadn't planned on it , but before she knew it , she'd dozed right off . Suddenly , Charles's furious shout exploded from outside the door- " Get out ! " 20 10 Fit Oct 17 Chapter og 411 FH . Teresa shot up , totally freaked out by his yell . She barely had time to open her eyes before Charles came bursting into the lounge , Teresa glanced up - his handsome face was dark as thunder . She had no clue what was going on , but honestly , he looked kind of scary right now . 14 55 vouchers