Filed To Story: Finding the Secret Daddy for My Baby Novel
Ethan turned around and narrowed his eyes. He glared at Luke with an extremely sharp and cold look, then extended a hand in front of Josephine. “Ladies first.”
The wind was quite strong at the pier, and Josephine could only see Luke’s animated behavior as the latter was being held back. She couldn’t hear what he was saying, and she even asked Ethan, “What is Luke saying?”
“Ignore him.” Even if Ethan could make out Luke’s words, he wouldn’t tell her.
Luke could only watch as Josephine was being snatched away. He was so pissed that he clenched his fists and stomped his feet in anger. Josephine walked into the luxurious cabin. As she examined her surroundings, she asked the man, “Is this yours?”
“Yeah! All mine,” the man replied behind her. “What company does your family run?” Josephine began to realize that this man was wealthy beyond her imagination. She was starting to feel a little pressured when she talked to him.
“We’re in the shipping business.” When Josephine heard that, she was stunned. People working in that field were always super rich!
“So, your family is very, very rich then?” Josephine turned around with a faint look of admiration in her eyes. Ethan couldn’t help but chuckle. “I may need a few lifetimes to spend it all.”
Josephine burst out laughing. At that moment, she could feel the boat bobbing on the ocean, so she found a couch to sit on. As she gazed at the scenery outside, she felt herself relaxing.
“It is an honor to befriend you. If not, I would never know what it’s like to be in a luxury boat.” Josephine smiled, relieving the awkward atmosphere between them.
“If you’d like, I can bring you out to sea often,” said the man as he gazed at her with deep and earnest eyes. Josephine met his gaze, feeling her heart. subconsciously skip a beat. This guy couldn’t be pursuing her, could he?
Josephine had always been a good girl. She studied earnestly and always got good results in school, proceeding to find a stable and meaningful job after. For the latter half of her life, she decided that she would get married to someone of her status, such as a colleague or someone she knew. Then, she would have. children and spend her life in peace and normalcy.
Never had she thought of getting married into a rich family, nor had she even dreamt of it. Now that a super wealthy man wanted to pursue her, she had mixed feelings about it.
Her feelings were so complicated that she suddenly turned wary. She wasn’t a woman who could endure some reckless play. If Ethan just wanted a one-night stand with her, he had come to the wrong person.
“Ahem! Never mind, I’m always super busy with work. I won’t have time to go out to sea.” Josephine smiled while declining his offer. “Is your job tiring?” Ethan asked, raising an eyebrow.
“Yes, but it brings meaning to my life,” Josephine replied. Ethan could understand from their gazes and conversation that Josephine wasn’t the sort of girl he could woo with wealth alone. “What would you like to drink? Water? Coffee? More wine?”
“Water, please. I’ve drunk enough wine; I still feel a little tipsy,” said Josephine. Ethan passed her a bottle of water. Josephine unscrewed the cap and took a few sips. Then, she asked, “Can I look around?”
“Of course.” Ethan curved his lips into a smile. Josephine stood up and began looking around. When she went out the door and stood at the railing, the man followed as well. He held a glass of wine in his hands, and he exuded the elegant aura of a noble young master.
Josephine stood at the railing for a while. Suddenly, the waves got a little rough, and she couldn’t help but stagger. As she stepped backward, a firm arm caught her at the perfect time.
“Watch your step, the man reminded her. Josephine gripped the railing as she smiled. “Thank you.” Then, she walked toward the deck. She could see the entire island from there. Josephine took a seat on the couch placed. there. The man beside her sat down as well, and the two admired the view together.
Josephine’s long hair was tousled by the sea breeze, covering her palm-sized face. She had no choice but to gather her hair to one side in front of her chest, revealing her mesmerizing profile.
The man couldn’t endure Josephine’s allure as he gazed at her small face, then at her red lips. Thoughts began sprouting in his mind.
Finally, the boat slowly came to a halt. At the same time, fireworks blossomed near them on the surface of the sea. The fireworks filled the sky with their brilliance, blooming one after the other in the night sky.
“Wow!” Josephine couldn’t help her awe. The fireworks reflected in her eyes, which were glimmering and beautifully clear as well.
“Let’s enjoy the fireworks here,” the man suggested. “Sure!” Josephine didn’t want to leave either. Josephine gazed at the fireworks, so entranced by them that she didn’t even blink. She failed to notice that the man next to her was scooting closer.
By the time Josephine finally sensed it, she turned to see the handsome face inches away from hers. Ethan’s arm had also extended around her shoulders without her realizing it. They were so close that they could feel each other’s breaths.
Josephine’s heart skipped a beat. What’s going on? she thought. Her mind went slightly blank. She knew it was extremely suggestive, but she was so absorbed in the moment that she didn’t want to push him away.
Also, as the fireworks were reflected in the man’s eyes, it was as soul-stirring as the galaxy. She was deeply enchanted as if she were under a spell.
Ethan edged closer, meaning to test her response. He soon found that Josephine wasn’t moving away; he felt as if she was encouraging and welcoming him instead.
Ethan swallowed seductively, then pressed his thin lips against Josephine’s. It was so soft that he felt like his entire body had gotten an electric shock. Greed filled him in that instant, and he desired even more.
Josephine felt like the fireworks had exploded inside her brain too, and her mind turned completely blank. Hm? I don’t hate it, she realized. I never thought a man’s lips would be this soft.
Josephine was quite particular about hygiene, especially when it came to physical contact. with people of the opposite gender. However, strangely enough, she didn’t mind Ethan that much, and she even thought he smelled good.
Ethan’s hand snaked up behind her head and held it gently. With a slight force, he pushed her against him so that the kiss was no longer just a graze. The man was exploring according to his own wishes.
“Mm Josephine let out a small moan as she ignored the danger signals in her brain. She realized that she liked the kiss. It was refreshing and something she had never experienced before, so it implored her to explore even further.
Finally, when the kiss got too embarrassing for Josephine, she reached out and pushed him away. She looked away and panted slightly. Ethan curved his thin lips subtly, his eyes colored with unfulfilled desire. “Ahem! Josephine held her fist to her mouth. and coughed on purpose to relieve the awkwardness. “Um… we should head back.”
“Don’t you want to stay a while longer?” Ethan had no intention of going back just like that. “I… I have to go back and pack my things. I’ll be going back to the city for work tomorrow morning.” Josephine found a random excuse.
Ethan glanced at the time. “It’s only 8.30PM. The night is still young.” Josephine was speechless. Couldn’t this man see that she was getting awkward already? She wasn’t good at kissing strangers at all.
Wait, is he good at kissing strangers? Does he bring pretty girls to his private boat often, then seduce them with his charm? As soon as the thought occurred to her, Josephine woke up from her trance.
She had to treat that kiss seriously. If not, the man might think she was an easy woman. “Mr. Quarles, it’s getting late. Please send me back,” said Josephine sternly.
Ethan was slightly stunned. Why was she suddenly demanding to go back? Wasn’t the atmosphere perfect just now? “What’s wrong? Did I upset you without realizing it?” Ethan immediately straightened up and asked her curiously. He couldn’t help but feel reluctant to leave. “Won’t you stay a while longer with me?”
However, Josephine was determined to go back. “Why don’t you send me back, then go back out to sea if you’d like?” Ethan was bewildered. Without her by his side, what fun was there to have out on the sea alone?
“Alright, I’ll take you back.” Ethan took out his phone and contacted the people in the control. room to head back to the pier. Josephine bit her red lips. Just then, the inertial from the boat turning around suddenly sent Josephine crashing against the man.
“Ah!” Josephine shrieked, then instinctively reached out to grab the man’s shoulders. Due to the force, Ethan’s body tilted, but he managed to regain balance as he pulled Josephine into his embrace. In that instant, the two fell into a suggestive pose on the couch.
Josephine trapped Ethan under her, their faces almost touching. Whoa! Josephine’s face immediately turned red. She wanted to get up as soon as possible, but when she positioned herself upright, she realized the boat was only halfway through the turn. Another force hit her, and Josephine could do nothing but lie on the man’s body as she hugged his waist.
Even though Ethan was angry at the helmsman for making such a sharp turn and causing Josephine to fall, he also felt that there was a silver lining to it. When her soft and fragrant body fell into his arms, he felt an electric current running through his entire body, extending to his limbs.
Ironically, Josephine was right up his alley, as if she was born with the ability to seduce him. Finally, when the boat positioned itself toward the pier, Josephine stiffly got off the man’s body. After seating herself securely, she gathered her messy hair. ‘Sorry for just now.”
“It’s fine.” Ethan looked at her, admiring the red tint of her cheeks in secret fascination. They hadn’t gone very far, so they reached the pier in 15 minutes. As Ethan escorted Josephine out of the boat, a person suddenly rushed over to them. Startled, Josephine looked to see that it was Luke. Oh! He’s patient enough to actually wait at the pier all this while.
“Luke?” Josephine said in surprise. Joey, did he bully you? Did he take advantage of you?” Luke feared that Ethan would take advantage of the situation and do something to Josephine on the boat. Josephine’s face immediately turned red as she replied, “No. I’m going back.”
“I’ll send you back,” said Luke. Ethan subconsciously frowned at the sight of this meddlesome man. “I was the one who invited her, so I should be the one to send her back.”
“Mr. Quarles, you have to wait for your turn if you want to pursue Joey. I’m actively pursuing her right now, so you’re not allowed to snatch her away.” Luke reached out and blocked Ethan’s path.
Ethan instantly clenched his fists, startling Luke. Ethan did look like the sort of person who could put up a fight and win it. Luke immediately invited Josephine to walk toward a waiting car. Joey, here. My car is this way.”
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