Chapter 151

"Thump... thump..." Both of them froze for a second. Alexander suddenly scooped her up and strode straight to the bedroom, tossing her onto the bed. Samantha didn't struggle. She let him lean in, let him press his lips against hers, but she didn't respond at all. The air went stiff with awkwardness. Her body tensed up like a statue, and she turned her face to dodge his lips. That chill in her made Alexander pause. He tried to steady his emotions, then asked in a low and hoarse voice, "Caitlin?" "We both know why we're married," Samantha let out a quiet sigh and turned her face away. "Sorry... I can't do this." His eyes darkened. "If you don't want to, I won't force it." "Thanks," she said with a polite smile tugging at her lips. He pulled a blanket over her, and just before getting up, he leaned close and said softly, "I have to make a trip to Merica tomorrow. Business stuff. It'll take about a week... but I'll try to wrap it up in four days." Samantha gave a tight nod. "You don't have