Ava Sterling smiled brightly, not feeling embarrassed or apologetic about her actions at all. She gazed at the captivating face before her and said, "I’ve realized I genuinely like you." The confession came suddenly and decisively, leaving Poe Vaughn momentarily speechless. He gazed at the person in front of him, those eyes beneath the hot water deep and enchanting, like the endless sea that captivates at first sight. At this moment, those eyes looked at Ava, her face revealing satisfaction, affection, and joy, which were clearly conveyed through her gaze. All clearly proclaiming her heart’s desire. Poe Vaughn’s eyes slightly contracted, a dark change flickering within them. Yet, Ava was oblivious, the more she looked, the more she liked him, unable to resist cupping Poe Vaughn’s face and kissing the other side of his cheek. One kiss was not enough, so she planted another on his lips. Only then did she feel somewhat satisfied. Poe Vaughn, being taken advantage of this way, showed no displeasure and was indeed very willing. However, the darkness in his eyes deepened, not out of desire, but something else entirely. This something gradually steadied under Ava’s continuous kisses. He neither spoke nor acted, continuing to wash the both of them, then carrying Ava out. By this time, the night outside was so deep it was impossible to tell the hour. But Ava guessed it was very late since they had been entangled for hours. Now, she felt satisfied, though she wondered if he was satisfied too... As Ava pondered, her gaze landed on the face of the man holding her. His expression was indifferent, as usual, with no emotion, maintaining an air of abstinence. His aloof and noble demeanor was impeccably intact. Even though they were both naked. Ava curled her lips; she loved seeing him , seeming heartless on the surface, yet so fiery underneath. Such an introvert, to the extreme! Unable to resist, Ava wrapped her arms around Poe Vaughn’s neck, snuggling closer into his embrace. Poe Vaughn felt the movement in his arms, lowered his gaze, and saw her eyes full of smiles, her face brimming with happiness. Like a child who received a sweet treat, utterly delighted. His deep eyes flickered, the cold aura around him softened. Poe Vaughn placed Ava on the bed, then lay down beside her, pulling the blanket over them. The moment Poe Vaughn lay down, Ava automatically snuggled into his embrace, a gesture of initiative. Poe Vaughn looked at her, saying nothing. However, his arm wrapped around her waist, his fingers gently caressing her waistline. Both of their eyes remained open, neither sleeping nor engaging in anything else. The atmosphere in the room quieted down, gradually becoming serene. Ava savored the current atmosphere, feeling particularly secure and at ease, which she liked. She stayed silent, not moving, not making a sound. Yet her hand rested on his chest, subconsciously pinching as if playing with a toy. His muscular physique was well-defined and powerful, touching it elicited a sense of fear yet also an irresistible urge to draw closer, even becoming addicted. She loved this feeling, as if intoxicated, fearless, carefree, utterly unrestrained. How could Poe Vaughn not notice Ava’s actions? He did, but he didn’t stop her, nor did it ignite any primal urges. He remained as steady as Mount Titanus, with not a hint of desire in his eyes. He allowed her to play, solely fixing his gaze on her, watching her glowing eyes, filled with childlike delight. At that moment, his gentle caress on her waist and abdomen slowed, becoming nearly imperceptible to Ava. The surrounding atmosphere grew ever quieter, as if lulling one to sleep. And at this moment, a thought suddenly crossed Ava’s mind. Her hand on his chest paused as she looked up at him, "Oh, by the way, Grandma knows about today’s incident. Is everything fine with Grandma?" Only now did Ava remember why she had come here. After speaking, a wave of anxiety washed over her. She sat up immediately, wanting to address the issue at once. Otherwise, it would be troublesome. The blanket slipped from her body, her long hair cascading down, partially concealing her alluring form, yet it still stirred the imagination. Poe Vaughn looked at her skin hidden amid her hair, delicate and supple, his arm moved slightly as her waist was instantly enveloped. The next moment, Ava’s vision flipped, finding herself back in Poe Vaughn’s arms. The quick maneuver left her unable to react. Poe Vaughn cradled this warm, soft jade, especially as those soft strands of hair fell onto him, lightly tickling against his body. Like countless little hands scratching his heart. At that moment, the calm in his eyes shifted. Ava, after several seconds of daze, quickly reacted, "Today that woman, Lauren Howell, went directly to the villa and even met Grandma. Lauren told me what happened, Grandma doesn’t know about our agreement, but Grandma is so smart, she might wonder why we’re hiding and not making our marriage public?" "Will Grandma overthink it? Then suspect something?" "If that’s the case, then it would be troublesome." The image of Sharon Sheridan’s worried expression from the morning appeared in Ava’s mind, her temples pulsing. Hopefully, Grandma wouldn’t notice; otherwise, she wouldn’t know what promises she’d have to make to appease her. Ava was caught up in her thoughts, entirely oblivious to Poe Vaughn’s bodily changes. Official source is n0velfire.net Alone in her musings, she became more anxious and worried, gripping Poe Vaughn’s hand to force a solution. Besides him, no one else could solve this issue. However, just as Ava grabbed hold of Poe Vaughn’s hand, warmth rushed between her legs, followed by a familiar heat. Instinctively, a sound escaped her lips. Completely out of her control. And with that sound, Ava’s body went rigid. Her eyes widened, staring at the man bracing himself over her, filled with astonishment. This... weren’t they just discussing an issue? Why is he doing this? Before Ava could think further, this man began to ravage her body, and in that moment, Ava grabbed his arm, her body instinctively responding. This man still had the heart to do this, indicating it might not be a big issue, right? If it were serious, would he really be focused on this? As Ava pondered, her heart gradually settled down. After all, she was thinking about his grandma, his own flesh and blood. So, she didn’t need to worry. At that moment, the atmosphere in the room once again turned heated, the fire rekindling, blazing with intensity... The night deepened, and silence reigned. The entire city quieted down, then slipped into slumber. How long Ava and Poe Vaughn continued their chaos was unknown, but eventually, Ava’s stomach grumbled audibly. Poe Vaughn temporarily released her, arranging for some food to be brought in. After eating, they continued, shamelessly lost in their indulgence day and night. In the end, Ava didn’t even know how she fell asleep. However, as her consciousness drifted into dreams, a scene emerged in her mind.