Chapter 328

Claire kept her lips pressed together, silent. After a moment, she sighed softly, “Julian, could you not treat me like a criminal? I wouldn’t throw myself on the floor just to lose the baby.” Julian pulled her into his arms, his voice low and gentle. “Don’t overthink. I’m staying because I want to take care of you. I’ve never done this before, so I might mess up. Just… don’t get mad at me, okay?” There was a hint of pleading in his tone. That softness of his brushed past her heart like feathers. She tilted her head up to look at him. Their breaths mingled, and his lips moved closer until they finally pressed against hers, stealing her completely. “Mm—” His kiss left her a little dizzy before she finally reacted and tried to push him away. Julian didn’t push further. He lifted his head, breathing a bit heavily as he gave her a light pat on the hip. “Go shower. You’ll sleep better.” Lying against his chest, Claire ran her finger gently along his damp lips. “You really wanna shower with m