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Chapter 255:

Wyatt continued, sounding more like he was thinking out loud, “Summit Capital might be an investment firm, but it runs far too simply. You have to master a lot of different things to run a business well. That’s why there’s more I can show you than Denny ever could p>

Although his voice carried a gentle note, Amelia heard the irritation hiding in his words.

Locking eyes with him, she asked, “Are you upset p>

Wyatt didn’t get a chance to answer before she added, “Is something at the Stewart Group bothering you p>

Wyatt’s lips curled in a half-smile at her words, relief mixing with amusement at her question.

Her reaction showed she had no feelings for Denny, but when Wyatt recalled the way Denny had looked at Amelia, his eyes turned cold.

All at once, Amelia’s delicate fingers framed Wyatt’s jaw, and before he could react, she pressed a gentle kiss to his lips.

“Does this help improve your mood at all?” Amelia asked after the kiss.

Wyatt’s mood lifted right away.

He put on a wounded act and let out a dramatic sigh. “Maybe a little. But if you kissed me again, I bet I’d feel p>

𝗥o𝗺𝘢𝗻c𝗲 𝗻𝘰𝘃𝗲𝗅𝘴 𝗼𝗇

She didn’t even wait for him to finish; she leaned in and kissed him again. At first, she had honestly thought his sour mood was about work. It took her a moment to realize the real problem was jealousy.

After the kiss, she meant to explain there was nothing between Denny and her, but suddenly, Wyatt’s arm snaked around her waist, drawing her into a kiss that burned with longing.

Since the driver was still in the car, Amelia instinctively tried to pull away. Wyatt reached out and pulled down the partition, giving them privacy. Now, the look in Wyatt’s eyes grew more intense. His embrace tightened, unwilling to let her go.

With Wyatt’s breaths growing heavier, Amelia felt her knees go weak.

His low groan snapped her out of the haze, and she pushed him back. “Did I hurt you? Is your wound alright p>

Despite going pale, Wyatt gave a shaky smile and shook his head. “It’s nothing, really.” He made another move to hold her, but her sharp look made him stop in his tracks.

As soon as they got back to Hillside Villa, Amelia insisted he take off his shirt so she could check his back.

A quick look showed the stitches were still intact, and she let out a sigh, warning him, “You’re not touching me until your wound is healed. If you try anything, I’m moving to another room p>

Wyatt opened his mouth to protest, but thinking about her last sentence, he finally nodded in defeat.

Still, after he finished his shower and got into bed, Wyatt rolled over and slipped his arms around her.

She immediately turned around and fixed him with a hard stare.

With a look of feigned innocence, Wyatt gazed back at her and said, “I’m just holding you. You have my word, nothing more will happen.” He kept her in his arms, but his hands started wandering.

Amelia’s patience nearly snapped, and when her annoyance became clear, Wyatt finally let go.

His playful demeanor left Amelia both annoyed and amused.

The deeper she got to know Wyatt, the more she saw that his distant manner was a mask for a fiery, passionate nature.

Fearing Amelia might actually make good on her threat, Wyatt resisted the urge to bother her until she drifted off.

Once he heard the steady rhythm of her breathing, Wyatt turned over, brushed a kiss against her forehead, and drew her into his arms.

The next morning.

Amelia was woken by a phone call.

Matias’ cheerful voice greeted her as soon as she picked up. “Amelia, are you heading back to Kretol University for the event tonight p>

Matias explained that today was a big deal—the university’s centennial anniversary.

A grand banquet was planned at the university this evening; all graduates and current students were invited. He was calling to see if Amelia would be attending the event. If Amelia decided to go, he would go, too. Otherwise, he said he’d skip the whole thing.

Ever since Amelia graduated, she had not set foot on the grounds of Kretol University, though the idea of a visit crossed her mind now and then. In the end, Amelia and Matias settled on going together.

Once the call ended, Amelia remembered Denny’s earlier invitation to visit Axton. Maybe they could all go together this time, especially now that the university would be buzzing with celebration. So, she sent Denny a message.

She got a call from Denny almost immediately. He offered to swing by and pick her up for the event in the evening. Thinking about Wyatt’s words the night before and mindful of her marriage, Amelia knew it wouldn’t look right to be seen getting too close with another man. She softened her voice and replied, “There’s no need for that, Denny. Let’s just meet at Kretol University later tonight p>