Chapter 103

“David, you’re drunk,” Marina said softly, moving closer, her voice laced with fake concern. She reached for him, holding his arm. He pushed her away weakly. “Go home. We’ll…... talk tomorrow.” His words slurred slightly. He stood, but his knees buckled. “David!” Marina caught him quickly, slipping under his arm. “Let me help you to bed.” His mind was foggy, his lips dry. He wanted to argue, to push her away, but the strength wasn’t there. His thoughts scattered like smoke. He let her guide him upstairs, his steps uneven. When they reached the bedroom, he collapsed onto the bed. His head pounded. He tried to fight the heaviness in his eyes, but it was impossible. Marina sat beside him, her chest heaving with both triumph and desperation. She reached for her gown straps, slowly slipping them down her shoulders. Piece by piece, she removed it, then climbed onto the bed beside him. Her hand caressed his cheek. “David…...” she whispered. His eyelids fluttered. He blinked, struggling to foc