But how could she ever resist Edwin?

Eventually, they were thoroughly entwined, their passionate kisses lingering until their mouths were filled with each other's taste.

Edwin didn't withdraw; instead, he observed her in the darkness.

Laura shivered, uncomfortable, her face turned away.

Edwin chuckled softly, kissed her chin, and decided to come clean.

“About our relationship, everyone at home knows except for my Mom."

Laura's delicate nostrils quivered.

Edwin lowered himself, gently embracing her, his face buried in her hair as he murmured, "After the New Year's Day, we'll go public, okay?"

He could envision the storm that would follow.

Cecilia would surely be heartbroken and initially disapproving, but no matter how challenging it might be, Edwin was determined to give Laura a future.

He hadn't always been without reservations.

He had hurt Laura before, but in the end, he just couldn't forget about her.

Now, he could finally admit to himself that he liked her.

Having lived for twenty-six years, he had fallen for Laura.

Laura quietly curled up in his arms, her slender shoulders evoking pity, and it was a while before she uttered, "Edwin, I haven't made up my mind yet."

Recalling what she had just said moments ago, she couldn't help but feel a tinge of embarrassment.

However, Edwin had a penchant for being the cheeky devil, particularly in the intimacy of the bedroom. He silenced her with a tender kiss, and after a prolonged moment, he asked, "Did I please you just now?"

Laura's embarrassment deepened further.

She gently pushed against him and said, "Release me. I need to take a shower."

Adamant and not willing to relinquish his hold, Edwin continued to press her down.