With that, he made a swift exit.


    Ste, still processing the abrupt departure, found herself suddenly swept onto Matthew’sp.


    He ki*sed her gently, his breath warm against her lips.


    “You’re an incredible wife, always there to help.


    I might start feeling insecure at this rate,” he joked, his gaze admiring.


    Ste,posed and confident, was undeniably alluring in every aspect.


    Matthew caressed her face, leaning in for another ki*s.


    Ste, caught in the moment, couldn’t help but smile at his words.


    “So, is this how you n to thank me for helping with the negotiation?” she asked softly.


    Matthew’s deep blue eyes gazed into hers, his touch gentle on her face.


    His look was intense and full of affection.


    “Matthew, that tickles.


    ” Ste yfully dodged, but Matthew’s embrace was firm, bringing them even closer.


    “And how should I thank you?” Matthew asked, his voice low and filled with lust.


    Before Ste could respond, Matthew pulled her in for another, deeper ki*s.


    As Ste regained her senses, she instinctively tried to pull away, but Matthew’s embrace was firm.All content ? N/.?vel/Dr/ama.Org.


    She felt his strength and gradually ceased her efforts, remaining quietly in his arms as they drew closer.


    Matthew’s ki*ses were intense, not releasing her until she was almost breathless.


    “No.


    You shouldn’t.


    Ste murmured after regaining herposure.


    She pushed against him, her hands on her chest, her face flushed and her eyes misty.


    “We can’t do this here.


    It’s not appropriate.


    ”


    “Why not?” Matthew’s voice was low and husky.


    “I’ve booked this room.


    We can stay here tonight.


    ”


    Ste looked down, her hands resting on his chest, attempting to move away.


    Yet, her hands were firmly held by his.


    Matthew leaned in close, their foreheads touching.


    “Why not?”