Chapter 152

Leander suddenly grabbed her hand and asked softly, "Vanessa, are you feeling sorry for me?" "Who's feeling sorry for you? Honestly, you could use a few more lashes to learn your lesson," Vanessa snapped. "You always say the opposite of what you feel," Leander chuckled, cupping her cheeks and leaning in for a kiss. Startled, Vanessa tried to stop him. "Wait, you're still hurt..." But before she could finish, Leander had already flipped her over gently, careful not to strain her back. "It's nothing serious, doesn't even hurt..." A week abroad filled with danger and chaos had left little time for intimacy. And well, you know what they say-absence makes the heart grow fonder. Leander's desire hit like a tidal wave. ***** After waiting anxiously, Caleb finally saw Vanessa again. This time, dropping his usual pride, he actually showed up at Millennium Entertainment with a sheepish grin. "Vanessa, your old uncle's been having a rough time lately... Could you maybe ask Leander to give me a ha