Chapter 608 You Can't Escape

Bella's only thought was for Dominic to finish soon. She was utterly drained and could not keep up with his seemingly endless energy. The man was unstoppable, and she couldn't help but think that he was far less threatening when he was laid low by his cold. He was downright lethal at that moment. When he finally settled down, he pulled her close, holding her in his arms. "Why aren't you saying anything?" Bella wanted to tell him he hadn't exactly given her a chance to speak earlier, but she was too exhausted to move, let alone talk. Her throat was dry, and she mustered the courage to ask, "Water… I want water." Surprisingly, Dominic got up without complaint and handed her a glass. "It's warm—not too hot." Bella barely managed a soft "thanks" before catching the sudden shift in his expression. She swallowed the rest of her gratitude, wary of him taking her politeness the wrong way. She knew better than to take anything for granted in front of a man who might not love her fully. Acti