Chapter 346

The anger in Arthur's chest eased slightly.

After a pause, he gently brushed the thin sheen of sweat from her forehead. As he slowly pulled away, he tried to speak patiently. "Precious, you—"

"I can go now, right?" Clara cut him off, her tone cold and distant. It was completely unlike the woman who had just shared the most intimate act with him.

She forced herself to stand, legs trembling with pai