NovelEnglishChapter 711 Was everything in the past fake? Was his promise also fake? Are all men this heartless? Had she been let down once more, just like in the past? Yet, deep down, Lindsey refused to believe Domenic was capable of such betrayal.
Overwhelmed and heartbroken, she collapsed onto the sofa, tears streaming down her face.
With tears in her eyes, Lindsey fell asleep.
After what seemed like an eternity, she felt herself being lifted gently.
Lindsey opened her eyes in a daze, she murmured, "Domenic?" Then she smelled a strong smell of alcohol.
"Mhm.
"Domenic spoke softly, gently laying Lindsey down on the spacious bedroom bed.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtHe flicked on the lamp beside the bed.
Lindsey gazed up at the man towering over her.
He was dressed in just a white shirt, his tie askew, dangling across his chest.
His cheeks were flushed, and his dark eyes swirled with complex, hazy emotions. Suddenly coming to her senses, Lindsey sat up.
Her eyes fixed on Domenic.
"How much did you drink?" She'd never seen him so drunk; his steps were even a little unsteady.
Domenic shrugged off his tie, tossing it aside.
He staggered towards her, bracing one knee on the bed's edge, trapping her with his arms.
Lindsey's eyes brimmed with grievance.
She lifted her gaze to meet his, enduring the sharp scent of alcohol without flinching.
"Aren't you going to explain to me?" Her voice quivered slightly, tears welling up in her eyes as she fought back her emotions.
Domenic knew what she was talking about.
"Yes.
"His reply was simple.
Lindsey stared at him and said, “Just go ahead and tell me, I'm all ears.
" Domenic's lips tightened, the scent of alcohol mingling with his natural scent as he leaned closer.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm"She's a distant cousin of mine.
She's close to my Uncle Rupert.
You know my uncles aren't my biggest fans.
If they heard of us, they'd make trouble with Grandpa and try to drive e apwedge between us.
I need to keep our relationship with her to avoid stirring up anel upnecessary with my uncle. "His voice was soft but shaky.
Lindsey's brow furrowed in doubt.
"Is that the truth?" The room was bathed in the warm glow from the bedside lamp.
Domenic's eyes, reflecting the light, gazed solemnly down at her and nodded Biting her lip, Lindsey's voice wavered.
"But... How long can we go on like this?"
Visit our social media platform to read fascinating stories every day and connect with the community!
