Chapter 198 Dangerous Pull Between Them

• Emily’s voice shook as she tried to steady herself, her words tumbling out with desperation. “But… but our marriage is not real,” she whispered, trembling as she dodged past him, putting a fragile distance between them. Yet Charles followed, his steps deliberate, his gaze locked on her as if he had no intention of ever letting her slip away.
• “Our marriage is legal. We are legally married, Emily,” he reminded her, his tone teasing, almost playful, but carrying an edge that made her heart pound harder.
• Her chest tightened, her pulse racing so violently she thought it might explode. What did he want? Why did he keep pressing this point, reminding her again and again that he was her husband in the eyes of the law? He was good at this…too good.