"Okay," Xavier replied.He was a man without much of a moral compass. If anyone made him uncomfortable, he would make sure they suffered.Yet, Quinn's casual words had him yielding.They went directly to the underground parking lot."Have you found the culprit?" The incident was clearly no accident. Someone was clearly targeting them."Don't worry. I've already sent people to handle it." Anyone who dared to cross Xavier wouldn't get away with it.""Okay." Quinn didn't press further.When they reached the car, Xavier handed the keys to Quinn."Drive to my place. I'll take care of your hand."He was confident in his ability to handle such injuries. For someone accustomed to getting hurt, these were minor issues."Alright."As Quinn drove, Xavier sat in the passenger seat while browsing through his phone. He chuckled at some of the comments online.Quinn glanced at him. She was curious about what had made him smile."People online are saying we look like a perfect couple." Xa
Were they not after money?The man in black shoved Maurice against the wall. "Don't mess with people you shouldn't."With that, the man began to beat Maurice. They punched him and kicked him. Maurice didn't dare fight back at all.After the assault, the man sent a video of the beaten Maurice to Xavier to check if the latter was satisfied.Meanwhile, Kimberly was frozen in shock.What did they want? Were they sent by Quinn? If so, Quinn was truly terrifying."Who are you people?" Kimberly finally asked. "Did Quinn send you? She's not dead, is she?"Damn Quinn! It had to be her. Only she would dare to treat them this way in Jipsfort."I don't know any Quinn. But your face bothers me. Stay out of my sight, or I won't be so polite next time."Kimberly provoked Xavier too. The man was itching to act. But seeing that Kimberly was a woman, he chose not to lay a hand on her.After teaching Maurice and Kimberly a lesson, the black-suited men left.Kimberly immediately helped Mauric
Xavier guided Quinn to the couch and began tending to her wounds with his usual gentleness.After he finished, he pressed a kiss to her hand.At that moment, Quinn felt her heartbeat quicken uncontrollably. She pressed her hand against her chest."What's wrong? Are you feeling unwell?" Xavier asked with concern.The explosion had a wide impact. Though he shielded her with his body, he couldn't be sure she was completely unharmed."Quinny, remember, stay away from dangerous situations, okay? Others' lives don't concern you."He didn't care about others. He just wanted her to be safe and sound."And what about you? Didn't you also rush onto the scene?" Quinn retorted."That's different. Ian is like my brother." He could risk everything for his men."Anyway, you stay away from danger. Don't get involved." Xavier didn't want her to get involved in these matters."Alright, if I stay away from you, I won't encounter such things."How could anywhere near Xavier be safe? So many peo
Maurice's actions led Quinn to believe that all men were bad.When he noticed that she was struggling to deal with her emotions, Xavier pulled her into his arms to silently offer her comfort.Quinn tried to push him away, but he held her so tightly she couldn't escape.She hit him, and Xavier let out a muffled groan of pain. His back was injured badly, and he couldn't handle the impact well.At that moment, Lisa's voice grew sharper. "Quinny, what's that noise? Is there a man there?"Quinn stopped resisting."No, Mom. There's no man," she lied. Her relationship with Xavier was purely physical. There was no need for Lisa to know about him."Mom, I'm tired. I want to go to bed now. You should rest too. I'll come pick you up soon."Since returning, she had been so caught up with various issues that she hadn't had the chance to visit her grandparents. She wondered how they were doing."Mom, give the phone to the nurse. I'd like to speak with her for a moment.""Okay."Lisa hande
Quinn was genuinely speechless. What did he think of her?Without saying anything, she unfastened his shirt buttons and removed his clothes. His wounds had reopened."It's fine. I can go to the hospital for a dressing change tomorrow."Quinn had initially thought she would be indifferent, given that their relationship was purely a one-night stand.However, seeing his bloodied back made her heart ache.If it weren't for protecting her and Ian, he could have escaped. He had risked everything to protect her.Her heart wasn't made of steel. How could she not feel anything?Noticing her lingering gaze on his back, Xavier pulled her into his embrace."Don't pity me, Quinn. My injuries are my own doing. They have nothing to do with you."He didn't want her to feel guilty for his wounds. Everything was his own choice."Let's go to the hospital." Quinn cleared her throat before speaking."There's no need to go. I just accidentally aggravated the wound."When Quinn tried to move away
Xavier tempted Quinn with all his might.A man who had been with women often had muscle memory for these things.Even though they had only been intimate twice, he had already learned her most sensitive spots. His touch was electrifying, and he made her shiver with every caress.At first, Quinn genuinely resisted. However, gradually, she found herself unable and unwilling to refuse.Xavier was undeniably an exceptional lover.Their first time had been painful, but ultimately, it had been satisfying. The last time on Protrie Highway, he had gone to great lengths to please her, making her addicted to the pleasure he provided.Tonight, Xavier was just as intent on pleasing her. Despite his own desires, he restrained himself and focused on her pleasure.The man who usually stood above all was now willing to humble himself for a woman. How could she possibly resist?Perhaps it was the phone call from Lisa or the shared brush with death earlier, but Quinn no longer wanted to resist.
Quinn gave Xavier a look."I can help you wash up." He volunteered."No need, Xavier. Your back can't get wet. Just use a towel to wipe your body." Quinn got out of bed.She couldn't sleep if she didn't shower after their intimate moment.As Quinn entered the bathroom, Xavier's lips curved into a smile.He had been particularly demanding tonight. After the explosion, he wanted to feel her presence in this way. She was like a drug—once he was hooked, he couldn't escape.It seemed he was genuinely caught up in her.Seeing her distressed made him feel pain, and once they were in bed, he just wanted to consume her.Quinn took a quick shower and emerged with her hair half-dried, wearing one of Xavier's black shirts. The sight of her in the shirt was intensely tempting."Why are you still here?" Wasn't he tired?"I just wanted to stay with you for a while."Quinn ignored him and slipped under the covers."Quinny, can I sleep with you?" He did mean just sleeping. He wouldn't make
Moreover, Maurice loved Araminta. Kimberly was sure that they would reconcile by the next day.Meanwhile, after returning to his room, Maurice received a call from Kara."Mr. Jowell, I'm so scared living here alone. Can you come over and keep me company? Your son says he misses you. He hasn't seen you all day."Kara's voice was sweet and pleading.Hearing her voice cheered Maurice up a little.Yes, he would have a son soon. Once Kara gave him a son, he would be able to hold his head high in his hometown.Despite his wealth, the people there had always claimed that the Jowell family was dying out."Alright, take good care of yourself and our child. I'll come see you another day," Maurice reassured Kara.Since she was carrying his child, he was willing to treat her well. He ended the call when he heard someone at the door.When Araminta came in, Maurice ignored her and went to sleep.By the next morning, no one had any news about Quinn's condition.Luna arrived at the office a