Chapter 20

Cecilia quickly withdrew her hand. Henry stared at his empty palm and a bitter smile appeared on his lips.

"Aren't you the same, Mr. Spencer?" Henry took a few steps toward him. After much effort, he had finally uncovered the past between Bennett and Cecilia in Bryndale.

Bennett smiled instead of becoming furious. He beckoned to Cecilia. "Come here."

She couldn't help but roll her eyes. Did he think she was a dog to call her over like that?

Nonetheless, this wasn't the time to defy him. Cecilia knew it was best to act sensibly right now, so she went over to him obediently.

Bennett suppressed his anger as he watched Cecilia approach him. He pulled her into his arms in one swift motion and placed his warm lips on hers before Cecilia could react. He bit down on her lip and took the opportunity to slip his tongue inside.

Cecilia's breath quickened as Bennett deliberately threw a provocative glance at Henry who was standing nearby. Henry clenched his fists tightly, but there was