Chapter 245

Samuel settled onto the couch across from Shelmaine, his gaze lingering on her face, filled with longing and affection. Under the warm light, Shelmaine's complexion was pale yet radiant, her health seemingly rejuvenated, as if a man had been nurturing her. Her long hair cascaded over her shoulders, exuding a gentle, tranquil aura. Compared to the youthful girl from three years ago, she had matured into a captivating woman. She radiated a charm that was hard to ignore, drawing him in and igniting a desire to be intimate with her, to share a piece of himself. But they were divorced, and he knew that these thoughts were inappropriate. He had already overstepped the boundaries once before, and her clear stance back then indicated she didn't want that kind of relationship anymore. Meanwhile, Shelmained was uncomfortable at being openly stared at. She coldly lifted her gaze. "Are you really not leaving?" Samuel forced a smile, saying, "I can't. I feel weak all over. I'm sick." She