Chapter 40

Dominic’s pov ; Sophie's cheeks flushed a beautiful shade of red as she quickly slipped out of my arms, her defiant voice ringing out, “I learned all this from you.” I raised an eyebrow. “From me?” She snorted, that small, indignant sound only making me want to pull her back close. “If you dare to be mean to me again, I’ll run away and stop being your wife, Dominic.” She said my name, and I felt it like a whisper of something intimate, a quiet plea that made my throat tighten. The urge to pull her back into my arms surged within me, a reminder of just how disarming this girl was without even realising it. I felt my eyes darken as I leaned closer, my voice low and almost a threat. “If you call my name again, don’t even think about going back tonight.” She blinked, innocence mixed with a small hint of curiosity. “Where do I sleep, then?” My gaze met hers, and I let the words slip, heavy with intention. “What do you think?” Her face went a deeper red as she caught my meaning. I could almo