Chapter 325

Shedding his overcoat, the man revealed a dark fitted shirt underneath, and his perfectly tailored trousers accentuated his long, powerful legs even more. "I'm going to take a shower," Michael said softly, walking up to Ruby and affectionately brushing his fingers through her long hair before heading toward the bathroom. Twenty minutes later, he emerged wrapped in a robe, and as his gaze settled on Ruby, it grew even more intense. Ruby felt like a priceless piece of art, being stared at with the passion of a mad artist. "Come here, Mrs. Carter. It's time for bed," he said, reclining on the bed and crooking his finger at her. Ruby stayed right where she was, a mischievous sparkle in her eyes. Resting her chin on her hand, she smirked and said, "I'm not sleepy. Don't feel like going to bed yet." A soft, amused chuckle escaped Michael’s lips, followed by a deep sigh. “Then it’s my fault, I suppose.” Before Ruby could ask what he meant, Michael swung his legs off the bed and began walking