Chapter 1452

Decades of abstinence for Sheena made Nathaniel indifferent to any other women, feeling only disgust toward them. Yet, he found himself inexplicably drawn to Mavis, as if under a spell… It was madness, pure madness. This woman was poison, and he could not afford to get too close. With an aloof expression, he grumpily pulled the blanket over himself and spent the night on the sofa. … The following day, Mavis was up before him. By the time Nathaniel opened his eyes, she had already set the breakfast on the coffee table, incredibly thoughtful. Soon, the room was filled with the aroma of scrambled eggs and toasted bread. "Awake already? Did you sleep well last night?" Mavis was already dressed professionally, standing across the coffee table, looking at him with her head slightly tilted. Nathaniel was still drowsy from sleep, his short hair slightly disheveled, giving him a relaxed and approachable appearance. However, his expression told a different story. He had