Chapter 12 Chapter Eleven

Boddy, I want to have a private word with you.Liane said firmly, not hiding her anger. Wait a minute, Leanne.He replied impatiently, seemingly unaffected by her anger.Lacey, we're leaving in ten minutes.Can you make it in time? no problem.Lacey replied, bowing to Liane and Julie and climbing up the hill. Ian turns west with his arms around his wife's shoulders.We went to see the kids, they just went to Pat and Carleen's. Bodie stood beside Lian absent-mindedly, busy searching for Di Liang among the hundreds of Max soldiers on the playground.Liane saw the group of women running up the hill together with their skirts lifted, most of them giggling like little girls.

what are they doing Birdie glanced at the group of women.Chase Lacey.He answered matter-of-factly, and continued to look for Di Liang. Why were they chasing Lacey?she asked in bewilderment. Her question surprised him.you do not know? Had I known, I wouldn't have asked. They thought he was handsome.He couldn't think of a better word. He's gracious and polite, but I can't understand how being attractive can be the reason women go after him. Women don't care about his behavior or personality, they like to watch him. She shook her head.i know what you are doing.You're trying to make me laugh and make me forget about your arrogant statement in front of your friends.

I swear I'm telling the truth.Women like to watch Lacey, so chase him.Don't you think he is handsome? I haven't thought about it, probably.Of course he is handsome.She emphasized, lest Boddy thought she was picking on his friend.Ian is also very handsome.I'm surprised no women are chasing you, after all you shut up before them. God!She almost told how charming he was.His rugged masculine allure is simply sinful.Being with him filled her head with wild thoughts, but she wasn't a wild woman, at least not until she met Birdie.He's arrogant enough already, and letting him know the influence he has on her will only make him more egotistical.

How am I compared to them?he asks. She shook her head, trying to ignore his gaze.I know why women don't chase you, because you scare them and you always frown. Ah, Di Liang is there. He strode towards the playground under the hillside without saying goodbye or even looking at her. She couldn't believe he was so rude.Oh, you can't get rid of me.She muttered and lifted the hem of her skirt, and walked quickly down the hill.Boddy, I want to talk to you whether you want to hear it or not!she cried, but he was so far behind her that she doubted he had heard her. She had no intention of accelerating, but the steepness of the hill made her run involuntarily.She couldn't stop, and rushed all the way to the group of soldiers practicing fighting with long swords on the playground.Her appearance immediately caused screams and confusion among the soldiers, but Birdie's roar made them get out of the way.He charged at her like a bull, didn't slow down when he got there, just grabbed her hand and kept going.She had no choice but to trot after him or be dragged by him.

Let go of me, or slow down.She struggled to keep up with him. He slows down.I swear, even the patience of a saint will be worn out by you. You're not a saint, Birdie, no matter what your mother says. The bull actually laughed.Leanne, you really made my day. then i will make you Are you ecstatic?he asked, remembering what she said last night. Yes, you'll be ecstatic because I'm going to let you off the hook. Unwind? If I don't worry about my reputation, why should you?So you don't have to marry me. Yeah?He turned suddenly towards the woods. Where are you dragging me?

We need some privacy. I know that your proposal to marry me is just an act of righteousness. proposal?Liane, I don't propose, I only order. She didn't want to waste any more time placating him, so she said directly: I must make you understand that you don't have to be brave.It's my fault that things turned out like this.I shouldn't have asked you to come with me to Lacey's, I shouldn't have driven you to a corner. Nobody could push me, and he felt insulted by her words.I only do what I want and have to do. You don't have to take any responsibility to me.

He pulled her into the depths of the secluded woods, let go of her hand, leaned against the tree trunk, and waited for her to finish speaking.He wanted to listen to her, but her pink cheeks and curly golden hair distracted him.He knew she didn't take appearances seriously, unlike other women he'd known.There was passion hidden under her green eyes, and he suddenly had the urge to hold her in his arms forever. Do you understand now? understand what?he asked, realizing that he had no idea what she was talking about. Are you listening to me?she cried in frustration. No. She slumped her shoulders.Birdie, I will not marry you.

Leanne, do you like being with me? She hangs her head.I like it, but that's not important.There must be many urgent matters in your family that need you to go back to deal with. After all, you are the Lord of Bruce. I know who I am.he said gruffly. You are not allowed to speak to me in that tone.She said it in the same gruff tone, but he just grinned.She is really angry.Do you think my criticism is funny? I find you refreshing. She was suddenly out of breath.Really? You are the first woman who dares to speak to me in this manner, I should not allow such arrogant words and deeds of yours.

I don't think I'm arrogant, I seldom criticize others, it's you who make me lose my mind. It's nice to know I'm capable of this. He reaches for her, but she pulls back immediately, holding up her hand for him to stay where she is.don't want. don't want what? don't kiss me.Didn't you just want to do that? He leaned back against the trunk.do you want me to kiss you Distraught, she ran her fingers through her hair.Think I mean don't want to.Oh, don't keep asking me questions, look how confused you are.she shouted.I can't marry you.I must find my sister and the box and go back to England.If I marry you, you will be alone after all.

A frightening thought came to his mind.Is there a man waiting for you in England? For the first time since they started arguing, he sounded unsure of himself.She knew a lie could end the conversation once and for all, but his rare vulnerability made it hard for her to lie to him. No other men, I'm just going home to Uncle Morken. Has your uncle chosen a husband-in-law for you? No. He'll think I'm ideal, and he'll be glad you married a lord.He had returned to his arrogance. He'll think you're ideal, but not because you're the lord. So why?he asked curiously.

Because he can see right through you at a glance.Although you have a fiery temper, you are upright, loyal to relatives and friends, and firm in your convictions.You can't fool Uncle Morken, he'll know what's on your mind. how about you?Do you know what's going on in my heart? His soft voice made her longing.His skin and blond hair glistened in the sunlight hidden by the leaves.Seeing his bulk made her mouth dry and her heart beat faster.Before she met Birdy, she had never thought about sex between a man and a woman.Thanks to him, she had to spend a lot of time in the confessional telling the priest how corrupt she had become. Have you been with many women?As soon as the words came out, she regretted it.Don't answer, I shouldn't have asked. You can ask me anything you want.Yes, I've been with a lot of women.Shall I count how many there are? don't want.She stared at the ground and said.Is there a woman waiting for you? I guess there are several waiting for me. She looked up at him.You can't have several women, Birdy, only one.she said blushing. He almost couldn't help laughing.There are always women waiting for me to sleep with them instead of marrying them. She hated each of them.She had no reason to be jealous, it would only make her feel worse.She wouldn't marry him, but she hated the thought of him sleeping with another woman. After you get married, will you still sleep with these women?She couldn't hide the anger in her tone. I haven't thought about it yet.He admits. Your wife won't like you sleeping with other women. Liane, when we're married, I'll only sleep with you.We will be loyal to each other through thick and thin.You don't have to worry about such little things.All I want is you, tell me you love me. I love you.She is honest.But I don't like that.I don't know how it happened, I never thought to fall in love with you.She shook her head.But none of that matters because I can't marry you. Although he had already guessed that she loved him, it was different to hear her say it with his own ears.The nerves that had been tense for a long time suddenly relaxed, giving him a feeling of being reborn.She made him feel invincible, omnipotent. I'll have you, Leanne.No other man can touch you, you belong to me. She burst into tears.Why don't you understand?I will never have the life Duane has, with a family and a husband who loves her.I must go back to England. Bodie froze, and suddenly realized that the real reason she refused to marry him was to protect him.You believe your return to England is certain, don't you? Very likely.she sobbed. I don't like to see you cry, stop it now. She blinked. Only Birdy could issue such ridiculous orders.Did he think she was crying on purpose to annoy him? You are the most awkward man in the world, I don't want to marry you. He strode up and pulled her into his arms.When you admit that you love me, you make a promise to me, and nothing else matters.I don't care how complicated things get.You're mine now, do you really think I'm going to let you go? She told herself to be strong and began to struggle, but his strength was at least ten times hers, and she couldn't push him with all her strength.After a while, she stopped struggling and lowered her head resignedly.what should we do?She whispered, on the verge of weeping again. She didn't know that her question had come to an end.Not what she should do, but what they should do.He lowered his head, kissed the top of her head, then closed his eyes and smelled her faint fragrance.She was so different from the Bruce woman, and he found himself a little in awe of her.Her skin is smooth and delicate, and her smile is pure and sweet.There was no cunning to be found in her.I remember that when we met for the first time, he thought she was dignified and restrained, and weak.But it didn't take long for him to see that she was actually soft on the outside and strong on the inside.Her bravery and integrity were just one of a thousand reasons why he would never let her go. I assure you I will accompany you when you return to England.he rattled. No, you have to stay here.I won't be able to bear it if you have something wrong. He was surprised and delighted by her apprehension, for no one had ever shown such unabashed love for him.Wayne is his only relative, but their brotherhood has always been rigid, indifferent and restrained. You have to believe that I have the ability to protect you. You are not dealing with ordinary people.They had the king's support and friendship, and the devil as their backer. Everyone has weaknesses, he explained patiently.I will definitely find their weaknesses.He looked into her eyes, wrapped his fingers around the curls at the nape of her neck, and forced her to look back. So what's your weakness, Boddy?she asked. you. He lowered his head and let her know his desire with a passionate kiss.The tip of his tongue slid into her mouth, exploring and caressing.She then kissed him back in the same way, timidly at first, but bolder as she felt his arms tighten and heard him moan softly.His enthusiasm swept over her like a tidal wave, but she wasn't afraid, trusting that he knew when to call it quits.His lips ignited a fire deep inside her, making her just want to be closer to him. His hands slid down her back, pressing her hips between his legs.Her breasts rubbed against his chest, and his thighs were like hot steel.He made her want more. buddy i want He kissed her again, almost roughly, and then he pulled back suddenly, allowing her feet to slide slowly to the floor.He buried his face in the crook of her neck, took a few deep breaths and tried to regain control. She didn't want to let him go, and when he started nibbling her earlobe and licking her sensitive skin, she felt a rush of pleasure rushing through her body.Don't let her be silent and trembling in his arms. He kisses the side of her neck.What not to do?he asks. She tilted her head to one side to give him a better angle, then sighed: Don't stop. He hugged her tenderly, and if she hadn't wobbled, he would have let her go.He showed satisfaction, proud that he could arouse her desire in such a short period of time.He knew that if he could get rid of her shyness, she would show wild enthusiasm on their wedding night.God!They better get married quickly because he doesn't want to possess her before they get married.But she was testing his self-control.Just looking at her can make his desire sway. By the time she figured it out and agreed to marry him, they might have two children. Lacey called him, and Birdie backed away with a long sigh.Go get your luggage, we should go.He turned and walked towards the playground. She catches up to him.Thank you for your understanding. What do you understand? Forgive me for not being able to marry you. He laughed loudly and continued to walk to the playground. Bodie waited in the courtyard for twenty minutes but still did not see Lian appear.Lacey and Wayne stood beside him, one of them glancing toward the door every few minutes.Lacey was the first to see Liane walking towards the courtyard from the other side of the hill. She is coming. She has not forgotten.Wayne smiled. His wife, Bella, walked beside Liane, and his two sons followed them.His youngest son, who was almost five, ran up to take Leanne's hand.He saw her smiling and talking to his little son, wondering what she said that made him laugh out loud.Bella tried her best not to laugh. What hasn't she forgotten?Boddy asked. I told her Bella was mad at me for not introducing them, and she didn't forget. Wayne suddenly figured out why his family thought Liane was so funny.I guess Bella didn't understand what she was saying at all.Your woman's Gaelic needs improvement. Boddy nodded.She is smart and will learn quickly. Are you going to keep her with you? Yes. Does she know? Don't know yet. Lacey laughed heartily at their conversation.I guess you've thought of it all, Birdie. Yes. She will have a hard time because she has to talk to Lacey. Boddy finished for him.Live with the Bu clan.I know, I'm worried she won't be able to fit in. Lacey grinned.I don't mean to say that.She's having a hard time because she's living with you, rumor has it that you're a difficult person. Boddy didn't think he was disobedient.Leanne is well aware of my flaws. But she still wants to marry you?Wayne asked. In fact, she refused to marry me. No one knew Birdie's personality better than they did, and Lacey and Wayne started laughing again. When is the wedding?Lacey asked.