Chapter 30

Isaac refrained from returning to the mansion because he did not want a repeat of that night. Even so, she had to show up in front of him again, and in this state! Her makeup and devilish fashion to curry a man's favor left him wanting to strangle her. If he was not the one who came today, she was going to be flirting with some other man, wasn’t she? His ire burgeoning, inconsolable rage rushed up his brain and stopped him from thinking. All he wanted was to possess her! He hence moved so quickly that before Irene caught his intention or realized what was happening, he had already jammed his lips against hers. "Oof—" She tried to struggle, but as soon as her hands moved, he caught them and pinned them above her head, locking her against her seat. The kiss was brutish and invasive. Devoid of tenderness, it was more akin to a punishment—an expression of desire and possessiveness! Her lips were soft and had a sweetness like no other. Feeling a strong sense of familiarity, Isa