?Chapter 1376:


    A flicker of difort crossed Vincent’s usually stoic expression.


    Realizing he must have divulged something, Katelyn’s eyes narrowed yfully, her voice carrying a hint of threat. “Are you going toe clean, or should I resort to some form of punishment?”


    At that instant, Vincent appeared as if he had been caught in a misdeed. He seemed at a loss for words.


    Before he could gather his thoughts, Katelynunched into action, tickling him beneath his arms. “Not ready to talk? We’ll see how long you can hold out!”


    Vincent, who feared neither man nor beast, had one weakness—he was extremely ticklish. As soon as Katelyn’s fingers made contact, he burst into uncontrobleughter, pleading, “Hahaha, stop! Please…!” This was Katelyn’s first time witnessing Vincent in such a state. The sight thrilled her, spurring her to intensify her tickling. Indeed, Vincent was ticklish!


    It seemed Katelyn had grown a new interest. “Will you speak now?” Entangled with her on the sofa, Vincent struggled to escape her tickling assault. In his attempt to evade, he tumbled off the sofa, inadvertently dragging Katelyn along. She found herself lying directly on top of him. As they made contact, Katelyn instantly sensed Vincent’s reaction. Her body stiffened. This couldn’t be happening! Not this again!


    Katelyn acted swiftly, rolling away, determined to escape.


    However, she was too slow. Vincent caught her wrist just as she started to pull away.


    Katelyn lost her bnce and stumbled forward, straight into Vincent’s arms. Before she could react, he moved swiftly, reversing their positions until she was beneath him. His intense gaze bore into hers, his voice a low whisper.


    “You wanted to know, didn’t you? I’ll tell you everything.”


    Under his steady gaze, Katelyn felt a surge of apprehension. She pushed against his chest, her voice trembling. “I’ve changed my mind. I don’t want to know anymore.”


    She wasn’t naive; Katelyn knew where this was going and refused to fall into his trap.


    However, Vincent leaned in closer, his lips grazing hers lightly, his voice soft but insistent. “It’s toote for second thoughts. You need to hear this.”


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    Vincent’s mouth trailed to Katelyn’s earlobe, his teeth barely grazing it before he sucked gently. A shiver shot down her spine, her body betraying her resolve.


    “Don’t…” Katelyn murmured weakly.


    Vincent’s yful words held an unexpected weight. “I told them you’re my woman.”


    The warmth of his breath and the closeness of his voice sent a jolt through Katelyn, making her heart skip.


    Katelyn had thought their rtionship was casual. She didn’t expect Vincent to announce their rtionship so eagerly and so openly. As Vincent’s lips hovered near her ear, he whispered enticingly, “So, darling, shall we have the engagement once we’re back home?”


    Instantly, Katelyn pushed him away, her eyes wide with incredulity as she eximed, “Excuse me? Absolutely not! Who the hell proposes like that?”


    Their rtionship was too new for such a deepmitment. Katelyn wasn’t ready to dive into marriage again so quickly, especially given the painful memories of her previous marriage to Neil, which had left her cautious and reluctant.


    Vincent watched as Katelyn stormed off, a knowing smirk on his lips. Her reaction didn’t bother him; it only fueled the n forming in his mind.


    Leaning back, Vincent called out casually, “Did you enjoy dinner? Need anything else tonight?”


    From the bathroom doorway, Katelyn responded wearily, “No, thanks. I’m just going to crash early. I’m totally worn out.”


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