Chapter 1149
Chapter 1149:
Annabel stared at Rupert’s strange expression and blinked, acting timid. She reached up to cradle the back of his neck and teased, “His name is Herman p>
Sure enough, the moment she said Herman’s name, Rupert’s face darkened, and his grip tightened around her wrist.
“Rupert, that hurts!” Annabel winced.
Rupert loosened his hold slightly, but his eyes stayed locked on her face. It wasn’t often she got to see him like this, and it made her want to tease him even more.
“What if… what if I went to visit Prince Herman today?” she said, dragging it out.
Rupert didn’t answer, but the storm on his face said everything.
“Annabel.” Rupert’s voice turned cold and dangerous.
Annabel tilted her head and smiled. “Come on. How could I have gone to see him? I was at the company all day. Besides, I had to deal with something involving Margo. When I saw your missed call, I meant to call you back, but I got busy again and forgot p>
Rupert stayed silent.
Finally, Annabel looked at him and asked, “Mr. Benton, are you jealous p>
“Yes,” Rupert admitted without hesitation. “I’m jealous p>
Annabel froze, caught off guard by his honesty.
“I don’t like you being close to other men, especially p>
Before he could finish, Annabel leaned in and kissed him.
“Mr. Benton, I love you p>
Staring into his eyes, she added softly, “You’re the only man I love p>
In that moment, she was irresistibly captivating.
Rupert’s hands settled around her waist as he lifted an eyebrow, his gaze dropping to her lips as if he were silently asking for more.
Annabel smiled and leaned in, intending to give him another light kiss like before. But the instant she lowered her head, Rupert reached up, cradled the back of her head, and kissed her with sudden intensity.
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The temperature in the room seemed to rise.
Just as they were lost in the moment, Annabel’s phone rang.
Annabel snapped back to her senses. “I… I need to answer that p>
Rupert looked clearly displeased, but Annabel gently pushed him back and pulled out her phone.
When she saw the caller ID, her eyes widened. It was Leonard.
“Grandpa!” Annabel answered quickly, surprise and joy in her voice.
Leonard’s warm, steady voice came through the line. “My dear, I’ve booked a flight to Douburgh for tomorrow p>
“Really? That’s wonderful!” Annabel’s face lit up at the thought of seeing him so soon. “I’ll pick you up at the airport tomorrow p>
“Alright,” Leonard replied, cheerful and satisfied. He soon ended the call, still in high spirits.
“Grandpa will arrive in Douburgh tomorrow,” Annabel said as she straightened her clothes.