"That was different. You know I had a reason to comply then!" Nicole shot back with anger flaring in her eyes. She had relented previously because she needed to manage a situation with Vicki without complications. Her resistance hadn't been full-hearted.

Now, the reality hit her. Jarrod had orchestrated these events meticulously. He had been aware of her possession of the original video and her intentions, yet he had kept silent. Was his ultimate goal merely to manipulate her into his bed?

Upon hearing Nicole's words, Jarrod's lips twisted into a frigid grin.

"You're my wife. Must I employ any special tactics to be with you?"

His hand descended, exploring every vulnerable spot.

Their bodies had once moved in perfect harmony, and despite the passage of years, their recent reunion had rekindled their fervor.

Jarrod knew Nicole form as intimately as his own. He understood precisely what would make her shudder and where she was most responsive.

Nicole's face flushed with fury as she glared at him. "Hey... You jerk, release me..."

Jarrod leaned in closer, his warm breath caressing her smooth, delicate neck. "Are you feeling uncomfortable?"

He pressed his lips and tongue to her neck, his hands embarking on an unyielding quest.

After some time, he raised his hand to her face, a self-satisfied grin spreading. "Feeling uncomfortable?"

Nicole noticed the water on his fingertips and retorted furiously, “Have you lost your mind?"

Jarrod's alluring dark eyes mirrored Nicole's enraged, flushed cheeks.

He appeared delighted. “Just for you." It was a torment born of desire, an insomniac's curse, a love etched in his bones...

Jarrod yearned daily to reverse time, gain another opportunity to cherish Nicole properly and sustain her affection.

Observing his smug expression, Nicole clenched her teeth. “Anyone would respond. Don't overestimate yourself."

Feigning indifference to conceal her embarrassment, she huffed. "So what? I could visit a club and meet someone. They might even surpass you in skill."

"I'll learn," Jarrod responded, biting her lip. "I'll ensure I surprise you daily."

"Jarrod Schultz!" Nicole was genuinely angry, calling him by his full name. "What kind of fantasy is this? There won't be another chance!"

"I make you happy, so you should reciprocate, right?" Jarrod, pretending to be rational, replied.