Chapter 1316: Am I Tormenting You?

A dizzying sensation swept over her. Callie’s consciousness was hazy. Everything around her felt familiar, even the person pressing against her, but an inexplicable discomfort lingered within her. The discomfort faded quickly as Nelson’s large hand cupped her cheek, forcing her to meet his gaze. “Who?” She tried to struggle. “No one. I meant it literally.” Rudy Simpson’s words echoed in her mind: If you don’t want to stay, stop tormenting him. Torment. At times like this, Nelson never showed her mercy. Callie squinted, striving to regain clarity. Suddenly, she asked, “Nelson, am I tormenting you?” He froze for a moment. His deep voice rasped, “What?” A soft sigh escaped her lips. “Indeed.” Nelson’s Adam’s apple bobbed as he murmured, “I’ve decided on Grape’s last name.” “What is it?” “Marsh.” “You’ve decided. The Marsh family still has Joaquin. He’ll marry and have children one day. The family line won’t end with you.” Callie struggled to ke