Chapter 62

Julia tiptoed out of Xavier's room on the second floor. Her mouth was dry from reading nearly ten fairy tales. She went downstairs and grabbed a bottle of water from the fridge to ease the dryness in her throat. It was getting late. She thought for a moment before deciding to spend the night in the second-floor guest room. Yet, just as she headed there and was about to enter, Sebastian suddenly hugged her from behind. "Julia…" He embraced her tightly and rested his head on her shoulder. His warm breath brushed the side of her face. Startled, she struggled furiously. "Sebastian! Let go of me!" His breath carried the strong scent of wine. "Julia, we're never divorcing…" Though he was conscious, some primal instinct seemed to take over him. As he spoke, he kissed her neck. "Get lost! Don't touch me!" Julia's cheeks flushed. It was difficult to tell whether it was out of shame or anger. Perhaps annoyed by her yelling, Sebastian grabbed her face and kissed her forcefully. She let ou