Chapter 574
After she said those words, Lemira suddenly felt they sounded a bit strange.
The car was quiet, with just the two of them inside.
Lemira could feel his gaze, and her face warmed up significantly.
Orion turned his head to look at her, his eyes deepening, “It’s late. You know what inviting me up means, right p>
Lemira felt the atmosphere in the car shift.
She touched her earlobe, “I was just saying it casually p>
A low chuckle came from the man beside her. She turned her head to see Orion leaning closer, and her heartbeat quickened.
Lemira sat up straight, watching him approach.
Their eyes locked, and they could hear each other’s breathing.
The car was dimly lit, the outside lights casting shadows that made his handsome features even more pronounced. For a moment, Lemira was a bit mesmerized.
Her heartbeat was loud in her ears. Was it so loud that he could hear it too?
There was a click as the seatbelt unfastened.
Only then did Lemira snap back to reality, realizing what he had done. Her face
felt like it was on fire. Did she think he was going to kiss her?
After all, that’s how it always goes in the movies and books.
Had she misunderstood?
Orion suddenly looked down at her, his gaze meeting hers.
Lemira, trying to steady her erratic heartbeat, stammered, “You p>
The next moment, he leaned down and kissed her, his breath a little rushed.
Lemira’s eyes widened in surprise at his sudden move, but she soon reached up to put her arms around his shoulders.
Feeling her response, Orion deepened the kiss, his hand firmly gripping her waist.
When they finally pulled away, both were breathing heavily, Lemira’s breath
uneven.
Orion paused, brushing his lips against hers again before saying, “I’ve been holding back for a long time p>
Lemira’s eyelashes fluttered, her face flushed.
His gaze was intense, locking onto hers. “So, do you still want to invite me up for a while p>
“You’re my boyfriend. What’s wrong with you coming up for a bit? I trust you p>
Orion’s throat bobbed, a feeling like his heart had been gently tugged He reached out, tracing her lips withthis, thumb.
His voice was husky, “But I don’t trust myself p>
Lemira looked a bit embarrassed. He hadn’t been like this before.
Orion released her, “We were friends before, but now you’re my girlfriend. No one stays calm around their girlfriend p>
Lemira understood his words.
Orion chuckled softly, “It’s getting late. Head up and get some rest. Text me when you’re settled in p>
“Okay p>
Blushing, Lemira nodded, opened the car door, and walked into the elevator.
Once the elevator doors closed, Lemira rubbed her flushed face, the scene of their kiss replaying in her mind.
She glanced at her reflection in the elevator and couldn’t help but touch her lips. Her mood was considerably brighter.
Once back in her apartment, she stood by the window and sent Orion a photo: “I’m home p>
“Good, good night p>
Orion’s car remained parked by the curb. Seeing the lights on in the apartment’s living room, he made a call to his secretary Schedule a meeting with Mrs. Waverly for tomorrow. We need to discuss something p>
Having run into Mrs. Waverly at Bistrova earlier, he knew he needed to prepare.
He glanced up at the apartment one last time before driving away.
Lemira stood by the window, letting the night breeze wash over her, her spirits lifted like the evening air.
Her phone buzzed with several group messages.
She glanced at them; Evander was causing a stir, demanding Asher split the family assets.
Now, this was interesting.
Lemira thought for a moment, then messaged in the group, tagging Evelina The police will be knocking tomorrow. Make sure you replace the funds you embezzled from the foundation unless you want up behind bars forever p>
She knew Evelina didn’t have the money.
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Sure enough, the next moment, Evander angrily replied, “It’s just a few thousand.
I’m giving Eve a $9,900 dowry p>