Chapter 9 chapter eight

She wants him.He could feel it in her embrace.Her slender body trembled slightly with excitement.He couldn't remember the last time a woman trembled in his arms. Suddenly, he found that his own hands were not so steady. His body is like an erupting volcano, with hot magma flowing in his blood vessels, and he is like in the desert, when he is thirsty and inexplicably, he suddenly encounters a timely rain.His body was controlled by hunger and thirst, and it almost didn't belong to him anymore. He once told himself that when this moment comes, he must take his time and never rush.He is no longer a teenager, now, he is an experienced man.He knew that this matter must not be rushed, but the strong hunger and thirst were like a wild horse, completely refusing to obey his orders.

River?Ana ran her fingers through his hair, then grabbed his neck tightly.I didn't intend to, I mean, I didn't expect this evening to turn out this way. Are you trying to say, too soon?He kissed her neck.You want to say that we don't know each other yet?His hand gently reached her back.If you want to stop, you better say it quickly. No. He froze immediately.Then he looked up at her.You don't want to do it? She smiled.No, I don't want to stop. He shivered and hugged her tighter.Don't scare me like this again, my heart won't take it. She let out a nervous laugh, and that slightly nervous nervous laugh was like a fire, making him even more excited.After a while, her laughter turned into a murmur.

He couldn't take it anymore, his whole body was in dire straits, his self-control had gradually disappeared, and only her nephrite fragrance was in his mind.What self-control, he doesn't care anymore. She wants him! Nothing else matters. go upstairs.He said into her mouth. I don't know if I can go that far. She tugged on his shirt, a button was torn off, and fell to the ground with a ding.She finally opened his shirt, caressing his chest with her slender hands, it was so warm. Let's try our best to get upstairs, shall we?he said. Her mouth pressed against his skin and snorted: good.

He hugged her and walked out the door, his hands not idle all the way.He unzips her, unzips her dress to her waist, and undoes her bra. They were about to reach the stairs, when suddenly her body tilted and one of her high heels fell off. By the time they had gone up three steps, she had kicked off the other high heel. He kissed her as he walked slowly up the stairs.The walk was so hard that he couldn't concentrate on walking at all, not to mention that Anna also kissed him so hard that he was fascinated. It's almost there.He said hoarsely, but the second floor was as far away as if on another planet.

Soon.She had undone his belt and was fumbling for his zipper. Better wait until you get to the second floor.he groaned. can not wait anymore.Her legs climbed onto his. He took a deep breath, trying to regain his composure.He knew that if this continued, they would never get to the second floor. Suddenly, he gritted his teeth and picked her up on his shoulders. River! He ignored her breathless laughter.He exhausted all his willpower, and finally walked the last few steps, Go straight to the bedroom. She slowly returned to the real world from the passion, she felt so lazy and satisfied, she didn't want to move at all.

Reeve lay beside her, with one arm around her and the other behind his head.In the gloom, he looked like a big, well-fed cat, lazy and at ease.She looked up at the alarm clock by the bed. Winston!She sat up immediately. Um?Rafe opened his eyes.What's wrong? I must go home with Winston.She lifted the sheets and got out of bed.it will worry. Reeve grinned amusedly.You mean your dog gets worried if you come home late? Well, maybe not worried, she picked up the panties on the floor.Perhaps it is more appropriate to say anxious. I doubt it. It also has to go out and pee now.She pulls on her panties and looks back for her bra.It has been locked in the house for several hours.

take it easy.Reeve also lifted the sheets and got out of bed.Winston will be all right, maybe he is sleeping soundly now. He was right, in fact, her uneasiness had nothing to do with Winston at all.Her uneasiness was because of what they had just done.What happened to her? Did you see my bra?she asked.She was glad she hadn't turned on the light just now, so he couldn't see her blushing face. He was wearing long trousers, and he reached out to turn on the desk lamp before he was finished, and then looked around the room.No, probably lost it on the stairs. She gave him a suspicious look, almost sure he was teasing her.However, she saw the messy stockings under the bed, which reminded her of the frenzy just now.She sighed, quickly put on her coat, and frantically pulled the zipper.

I'll help you.Rafe said softly.He came over, stood behind her and pulled the zipper to the top in one go. Thanks.Her voice sounded so stiff. You're welcome. She didn't dare to look at him, so she had to look down for her shoes. Reeve put on his shirt and didn't bother to button it, so he crossed his hands and leaned against the bed and looked at her. I think your shoes were lost on the stairs too.he said. hateful.She straightened up immediately, flicked her hair and hurried to the door. He leisurely followed her.She ignored him, but the sight of bras and shoes scattered here and there on the stairs and in the hall made her shudder.What happened to her?She had never lost her composure before, and this time she was ashamed and ashamed.

By the time Reeve came downstairs, she had packed her bra and shoes and was almost at the door.She held the clothes in one hand, and only had one thought in her mind, to escape from here as soon as possible, to escape from the scene where she had been passionate and frantic. She was about to reach out to open the door when Reeve's voice stopped her just in time. Anna, are you going to tell me what's going on? She was suddenly out of breath, and she found her fingers trembling.I think I panicked a little. I can see it.The question is, why? His cold tone drove away some panic, replaced by anger.It's all his fault, if he didn't treat her to that delicate lemon pie, if he didn't play that soft music, if he didn't dance around her in the dark

if not She put her hand on the doorknob and turned to stare at him. Occasionally there will be flustered emotions, she said with a straight face.This is not my fault. He stared at her for a long time.Then, he said: Already regret it? She took a deep breath and slowly regained her senses.She couldn't put all the responsibility on him, it was her own infatuation.Now, she has to act a little more mature. She cleared her throat and squeezed the doorknob to calm herself.Sorry, I'm not calm.Yes or no? True, but, that's not the point.No one said you had to be cool.He didn't move, just stood there looking at her.However, I'd love to know, what's going wrong?

I don't know either.She let go of the doorknob, scratched her hair, then looked at him and said: No, that's not right.Rafe, I have to ask you a question, and you have to answer me honestly. what is the problem? What happened to us just now has nothing to do with Zhumengyuan, right? He narrowed his eyes.What do you say? What does it mean? You were so passionate with me just now, but now you are eager to leave immediately.It's too reluctant to use the dog as an excuse.I think you probably won't even call me tomorrow, will you? damn it rafe Otherwise, what should I think? She glared at him.You really think I'm just just she exhaled, stabilizing her almost out-of-control voice.Do you think I tempted you on purpose just to abduct you and sell me half of the property rights of Zhumengyuan? He purposely remained silent for a while, told her to wait, and then smiled.no. She leaned back against the door panel.I also hope you don't think so.God, I wouldn't do that. me too.he said simply. She stared at him for a long time, and the original tension finally gradually disappeared.God!She must have been crazy just now. No, of course not.She rubbed her brow.I don't know why I'm like this, I'm just a little nervous. You are very tired tonight. You can say that.She adjusted her emotions and stood up straight.I think it's time for you to take me home. good.He took the key out of his pocket.There is one condition. She turned around immediately.What conditions? He went over and opened the door.You must promise to call me tomorrow morning. Without waiting for her to respond, he walked out the door after speaking.Then she heard the engine, and then the headlights came on, blinding her eyes. She suddenly felt like a helpless fawn.Thinking of this, she couldn't help but slam the door shut, and hurried towards the car under the strong light. Winston greeted her happily as usual, and greeted Reeve excitedly.Then it walked out of the house and disappeared into the bushes. Rafe looked at her.Luckily for you, it doesn't look like it's in too much of a hurry. She felt her cheeks warm.You have said it. Yeah? I've admitted that I'm a little overwhelmed by being so tired. tired?Sounds like another excuse. Good night, Rafe. He held her chin and kissed her tenderly.He didn't let her go until she started feeling out of breath. Good night.He said with intense emotion in his eyes.You have Zhumengyuan's phone number and my big brother's number. If Winston reacts nervously again tonight, call me, okay?I can be there in less than ten minutes. its nervous?She had completely forgotten about Winston scratching at the door at night.Oh, yes.Thank you for your kindness, but I don't think I know your mind is not clear tonight, you have explained it just now.He started to walk down the stairs.If it behaves strangely, just call me. She held the door until Winston returned, and Reeve waited until they were both inside before driving away. Twenty minutes later, she came out of the bathroom in her dressing gown.It was ankle-length, long-sleeved nightgown with elegant lace, not the kind of pajamas worn by a wild woman who would mess with a man and leave her laundry all over the house. She looked at herself in the mirror, then sighed, and turned off the light.Winston was already lying at the foot of the bed waiting for her.She went to the window overlooking the bay, and Winston looked up as she drew the curtains. Don't you care if I come home late?she asked. Winston did not respond. I knew it. She was about to turn around and go to bed when she suddenly noticed a reflection of a metal object between the two trees. What the hell is this? She looked at it immediately.It must have been a car parked between two trees on the side of the road.The car was positioned to have a clear view of both the house and the path leading into it. She glanced at Winston, who was at ease, not nervous at all. She drew the curtains again, and then, she turned on the lights, picked up the phone, and dialed the number written on the note. After one ring, Reeve answered the phone. what are you doing thereshe asked. This is not illegal, right? She felt excited when she heard his voice.That low, sexy voice brought back her passionate memories. She turned off the lights, took the phone and walked to the window, opened the curtains again, and searched for the Porsche in the dark. Is it really not illegal?she asked. certainly. It was easier to talk to him on the phone than it was to be face to face in his bedroom.The distance allowed her to relax. You're watching, aren't you?she asked.Are you waiting for the reappearance of the thing that caused Winston's unrest? He was silent for a while. I just want to stay a little longer.he said. no need.I said I would call you if Winston panicked again.go home!River.We'll be fine, really. I'll be leaving in a while.That thing is there between midnight and two o'clock, right? right. It's almost two o'clock now, and I'll be leaving soon. River go to sleep!he said softly. She clutched the phone tightly.rafe tonight how? Sorry for acting like an idiot.I shouldn't have asked you if that incident has anything to do with Zhumengyuan, I know it has absolutely nothing to do with it. Whatever happens between us has absolutely nothing to do with the house. She hesitated for a moment, then said again: Most people would think it was related. Everyone in Eclipse Bay thinks that I seduced you into having sex with me that night eight years ago.His tone was full of disdain.Do you really care what they think? She thought for a while, then said: Don't care. I don't care either. River? ah? If what happened tonight has nothing to do with Zhumengyuan, then why? Good question.When you come up with an answer, let me know. Sometimes I find it as hard to talk to you as it is to talk to Winston. Are all men like this? Good night, Rafe. Don't forget to call me tomorrow morning. She hung up the phone and climbed into bed.However, she never closed her eyes. When she heard his car leaving, she glanced at the alarm clock beside the bed: 2:15. At the foot of the bed, Winston was fast asleep. The next morning, she waited until ten o'clock to call. I can't make him think I'm too impatient.She dialed the number and said to Winston.If you are too impatient, men will see through. Winston looked uninterested, walked to the door and looked at her expectantly. You've been out twice this morning.She listened to the other party's phone ringing.I think you have fallen in love with the beach. It's true, Winston clearly enjoyed their new surroundings.It likes to run and chase on the beach, the feeling of freedom makes it very happy. Reeve finally answered the phone. I'm Merif.His tone was very impatient, as if he was distracted by other things. She frowned and looked at the receiver, then brought it to her ear. I'm sorry if I bothered you, she said stiffly.However, I thought you were waiting for my call. Good morning, sweetheart.Reeve's tone immediately became gentle.I'm busy, can I get back to you later?He broke off abruptly and said to another: Taos, watch out for those wires, okay? sweetheart?Anna recalled this intimate address.He never called her sweetheart, not even in the bedroom last night.In retrospect, though, he rarely talked in bed. Hell, those things should be in the walls.Reeve continued in an unhappy tone.Yes, I see those pipes.So, I put them in the wall to isolate them.Who likes hearing voices in the pipeline all the time? pipeline?Anna couldn't care less about how to make fun of the word sweetheart.River?What happened? I'm worrying about plumbing, he said.The good news is that Isha had a rough plan years in advance.He stopped again and said to another person: Is that copper? Reeve, who are you talking to? The Wei brothers are here, he said.I call them in for a complete overhaul. You invite brothers Weiwat and Weitaos over here?She jumped up from her chair.Why? Ask them to estimate how much it will cost to furnish it into a hotel and restaurant.He said without hesitation. You can't do this!She grabbed the car keys and started running to the door.You can't do this without my consent, damn it! We have all agreed to open a hotel in Zhumengyuan. We haven't settled the issue in the title office yet.You are not allowed to touch that house until I get there! Winston watched her run for the door, and followed her. Like I said, I'm just doing some plumbing work. I'll be there right away.Listen to me, Merif, half of that house belongs to me, and you are not allowed to touch anything, not even the Wei brothers, until I arrive. It may be difficult to tell them to stop now.Reeve still said indifferently.They're already fixing the plumbing. I do not believe. She threw the phone on the table and jumped into the car immediately.Winston also jumped into the car, looking very excited. I knew last night was all about building a dream garden.she said to Winston. She rushed through the gate with swords drawn, ready to fight Reeve.Winston followed into the house, but greeted Reeve happily, and then began to inspect the kitchen. Rafe checked his watch.Six minutes and twenty-two seconds, so fast! She put her hands on her hips.What exactly is going on? Before Reeve could answer, Wei Watt just jumped out.Wei Watt is small in stature, but he always reminds Anna of a robot, his whole body is rigid, and he even pauses when he speaks. Anna Watt wiped his hands on his clothes.Nice to meet again, I heard you're back. Ana simply marveled at her own self-control.She suppressed the uneasiness in her heart and greeted him with a look of joy. Hi!Watt, she said.I've been back for a while. yes!Watt turned to call for his brother.Taos!Come and say hello to Anna. Taos walked over quickly, with a happy expression on his face.He puts down a hose and greets Anna.Hi!Anna, welcome back. The Wei brothers are twins, but they are easy to tell apart.They all have thinning hair, but Taos is thinner, with long hair tied in a ponytail, a tattoo of a snake on his arm, and the only clean-looking things on his body are the tools hanging from his waist. Isa has always said that one day you will come back and settle down.After Taos finished speaking, he turned to Watt again.Did she say so? right.Watt agreed.She probably said it hundreds of times.I remember she said the same thing the last time she called us over to help her fix the washing machine. Taos nodded.right.He winked at Anna and Reeve.She said she was going to keep everything in good condition for you guys. Watt shook his head emotionally.That Isa was always full of romance. Anna narrowed her eyes unhappily.Aren't you two going to overhaul the plumbing? water pipe?Wow!Almost forgot.You heard what the lady said, Taos said.We'd better get back to work quickly. right.Watt's head clicked mechanically.pipe repairing.You two, take my advice and don't listen to the gossip of the town.Rumors about the cause of the girl's death will die down soon, ignore them. I hope so.Anna said. Taos patted Reeve on the shoulder.I want you to know that neither brother nor I believe in the slightest that you had anything to do with Shakaline's death. Thanks.Reeve said. Watt pursed his lips.Taos and I always thought her death had something to do with the perversions in Seattle.Taos, is that right? Taos nodded several times.right.We think so, but Sergeant Yeh doesn't take what we say seriously. Sergeant Ye just wanted to close the case as soon as possible.Watt said dejectedly.He is ready to retire.He didn't want to ruin his good record and leave a murder case unsolved. murder?Anna and Reeve looked at each other.Then, she turned to Watt and said: Are you kidding me?Do you really think Karin was murdered by a pervert? Watt and Taos exchanged glances.From what we found the day we helped her fix the washing machine, our suspicions were well-founded.Taos, right? Taos nodded desperately again.Yes, have to doubt. Reeve looked at Watt and asked: When you helped her fix the washing machine, what did you find? Anna was surprised to find that Watt blushed. Something wacky.he whispered. what weird thing?Rif asked. Reeve's tone made Anna follow him warily, but she couldn't tell anything from his expression. Taos rolled his eyes.Lacey woman underwear. Ana thought about the bra she had left on the stairs last night, and when she saw Reeve's expression, she knew he was thinking the same thing. What's so weird about women wearing lacy underwear?Anna asked. But what we saw was not a small piece, Taos said.It was a big one, men's size. That dress was really too big for Kailyn.Watt continued.If you recall, she was quite petite in stature. And a sexy pajamas, also oversized.Taos continued.And some extra-large heels. And those videotapes.Watt added. Anna's eyes widened.All these things were found in her washing machine? Not in the washing machine either, Taos hesitated, then continued.While we were fixing the washing machine, we noticed that the exhaust of her dryer looked like it hadn't been cleaned in ages. That is very dangerous, and it may cause the wire to catch fire.Watt interrupted gravely.We decided to do her a favor.After fixing the washer, we pulled her dryer out to check the exhaust, and right there in the back of the dryer we found those oversized women's underwear, and videotapes and stuff. Behind the dryer?Reeve asked cautiously. Taos nodded vigorously.Someone removed the exhaust pipe and stuffed the videotapes and the women's clothes inside. We know those women's things aren't yours, Riff.Watt hastened to comfort him. Why are you so sure?The size is wrong?asked Reeve. Taos laughed.We all know that you spent a lot of time with Kailyn that summer, but Watt and I both know that you don't have flat dress. It's transvestite.Reeve corrected him lightly. Taos nodded.We know you absolutely are not. You are right about my taste, I am a very traditional man when it comes to underwear. Taos stopped laughing.Anyway, after Kaelin died, we thought about what we found, so we believed that she must have been killed by some sexual pervert. Moreover, it is a person from Seattle.Watt said. Why Seattle?Anna asked. Taos snorted.Portland doesn't produce perverts. Anna glances at River. He shrugged.He's right, Seattle is full of those kind of people. She turned to look at Watt and Taos again.You just said that you reported the underwear and videotape to Sergeant Ye? right.We think that is our responsibility as citizens.Taos said.But he told us to keep quiet, he said there was enough gossip in the town and told us not to add fuel to the fire. Also, when we took the sheriff to where Kaelin lived, those things were gone.Watt chimed in.I think he probably thought we were talking nonsense. Riff frowned.When you went back to look, those things were gone? gone.Taos sighed.That is why Watt and I rarely speak of our discoveries.Sergeant Ye told us that there is no evidence for these things, if we talk nonsense, it may cause us big trouble.Watt, is that right? right.Watt said hurriedly.We are not big mouths.However, we've always thought Kaelin was murdered by some sexual pervert she knew.He said to Reeve.I don't mean to offend you, but, she's been known to date a lot of men at the same time. right.Reeve avoids Anna's gaze.I also know.Why did this pervert kill her? who knows?Taos said. Maybe he wasn't happy that she hid those tapes.Watt said.The content of those videos may be what he looks like in those women's underwear. Reeve looked at Anna.She saw the curiosity in his eyes, and she didn't blame him, because she herself was aroused. You think this guy from Seattle, after murdering Karin, went back to her house and stole the underwear and the videotapes?asked Reeve. Probably?Watt said.He probably didn't want to leave any evidence or clues behind. Sounds very interesting.Anna said. And that's all.Watt said.Karin was dead and buried for many years.No one would want to reopen the case.Maybe that's for the best.He turned around.We have work to do, excuse me.Taos, let's go? good.Taos nodded desperately.Converting this place into a hotel restaurant was a big undertaking.Still, it's a good idea.Because of the universities and research centers, Eclipse Bay has seen more and more tourists.The nearest hotel was a good distance away, and there were no better places to stay nearby. After Tao Si finished speaking, he immediately turned around and followed his brother. Anna waited until the Wei brothers had gone far away before turning to look at Reeve. A pervert from Seattle?she asked softly. I think everyone in town has a story about what happened that night. Lacey lingerie in men's sizes? Don't look at me like that.He raised his hands in surrender.I never watched those things. What about the videotape? He shook his head.have not seen.Anna, Kaelin and I only dated a few times, and I stopped seeing her when I found out she was just hanging out with me while looking for her long-term meal tickets.I haven't gotten to know her well enough to understand her little quirks. Um.You do understand what those things mean, right? He pointed a finger at her.I don't understand at all.We just heard from the Wei brothers that they found those things on the wall behind the washing machine.They may never have left Portland in their lives, and what might seem quaint to others might seem like a normal nighttime diversion. Kaelin isn't shy about her own sex life, and she shouldn't be trying to protect her date's reputation.If she hides these things at the risk of her life just to protect her boyfriend, then she should take this guy very seriously. Reeve hesitated for a moment, and then said: Kailin's goal is to marry a rich man and take her away from Moon Eclipse Bay. Well, this guy might be rich, and maybe he's her marriage target. Why stash those underwear and videos? who knows?Maybe he's married.Perhaps, she hoped that he could divorce and marry her, so she had to protect him.perhaps Wow!A lot of maybe. She grimaced, put her hands on her hips and said, "You're right, I'm going a little too far, haven't I?" Imagination is a good thing.But, in this case, it's just a waste of time.We have no idea what happened to Kaelin that night.Like Watt said, it might just leave it at that. She withdrew her thoughts helplessly, and when she focused on the purpose of her trip, her anger came up again. We have to make one thing clear, she said.You can't do the renovations until we've decided what to do with Aunt Isa's house. Reeve looked down the hall.I can open a restaurant with half the house. Shit!You can't open a restaurant with half a house.How should the kitchen be divided?The guest has to pass through my half of the hall to enter your restaurant, how should it be counted?How should the solarium be divided? I want to use that as a great dining room, and in the summer I'll have a few tables on the porch outside. You don't think of anything without my permission, Riff.You can't make up your own mind, this is a big house worth hundreds of thousands of dollars, we have to discuss it before we can move it. Well, said Reeve.I have a suggestion. She immediately felt threatened, raised her face nervously and asked: What suggestion? How about we partner? She stared at him in surprise, speechless for a moment. you?After a long time, she finally spoke.I?Partner in Zhumengyuan? Don't you think it's possible? What about last night?Are you going to pretend nothing happened? What did the events of last night have to do with this matter? She could barely breathe.How irrelevant?You're still talking to me about partnerships after last night? oh.He suddenly understood.Are you worried we'll mix business with pleasure? Is this what he thinks?entertainment?She was just his entertainment?Her mind was so confused that she could hardly think. won't you?She forced herself to calm down and said in a cold tone. of course.He said it as a matter of course.After all, I am a member of the Mai family, so there must be a problem of not distinguishing between public and private.The Mai family always mixes financial and emotional issues.However, it's not a problem for you, you are from the He family, so you can tell the difference clearly. He was pissing her off, and she had to get away before she lost her self-control.People from the He family will not get angry easily in front of others. You are right, she said.I should be able to handle it.Still, like you said, you're from the Mak family, and you're bound to screw up. She immediately turned and walked out.Winston faithfully followed her out, and the master and the dog left without looking back. She opened the door to let Winston get in, and then, getting in, slammed the door shut. In the mirror, she saw Reeve leaning against the verandah railing and watching their car drive away.From the expression on his face, she knew that he was very proud to see her almost out of control.He deliberately provoked her, just to see how she would react. She suddenly felt uneasy, and she remembered what her grandfather had said about the Mai family.What the hell is Reeve playing?