When His Perfect Mask Shattered I Awoke (Anneliese) novel Chapter 560

Heat and moisture clung to her skin, accompanied by the sting of tiny bites and relentless sucking.

Anneliese's strength seemed to drain completely under his unyielding persistence, leaving her simultaneously helpless and frustrated.

Yet her discomfort only intensified. She ceased resisting, her body gradually softening and stilling against him.

"I remember making a promise to you. Did you forget?"

At those words, Jonathan finally eased his grip and glanced down at her.

"I was worried you might have forgotten. But as long as it's still clear in your mind and you haven't changed your stance..."

Anneliese found herself at a loss for words. "I hit my head and had a concussion for two days, yet my memory's intact."

Of course she remembered. He had convinced her to agree to this less than forty-eight hours ago.

And at the moment, he was repeating almost the same lines.

The difference this time was that he had already met Nishay, unlike before, when he'd been concerned she would object and force them apart.

Now, Nishay had voiced her disapproval plainly, insisting he end things with Anneliese.

Even if Anneliese were oblivious, the inconsistencies would not escape her notice.

So he did know Nishay. He had been aware all along that she would oppose their relationship.

Tilting her head back, her gaze locked on him, Anneliese spoke in a quiet, unwavering tone.

"You know my grandma. What's the deal between you two?"

Jonathan caught the accusation beneath her calmness and knew evasion was futile.

Even if he stayed silent, Nishay would eventually reveal the truth.

During the flight back to Oceaton, he had already resolved to confess. But now, under her steady stare, his lips parted, and for the first time, nerves tangled in his throat.

His Adam's apple bobbed noticeably as he bent down, lifting her effortlessly and carrying her toward the dressing room.

Anneliese frowned. "Where are you taking me?"

He said nothing, setting her down before the glass display where he stored his watches.

His gaze dropped to the center of the cabinet, his voice husky and low.

"The answers you seek are in those two boxes."

Puzzled, Anneliese frowned.

This was his watch collection, but he told her that the answers were hidden within it.

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