A Perfect Lie Hides Behind My Billionaire Marriage novel Chapter 476

Noticing Reese's agitation and frustration, Lukas realized that his earlier questioning might have come off as interrogation. Quickly, he moved closer to her and wrapped his arms around her, securing her around the waist.

Reese struggled angrily for a moment, then huffed and turned her head to avoid Lukas.

Lukas held her with an air of helplessness, gently pressing her head against his chest as he rested his chin on her forehead.

He tried to clarify, "I just asked casually without any deeper intention. You've already told me that you like me, so there's no need to worry about others."

Reese shot an irritated look at Lukas, her eyes blazing with intensity. "You should know that I used to have a close friendship with this senior. However, our relationship gradually faded when he went abroad. Currently, we're just friends. When we're together, you have to trust me. It's fine if others doubt me, but if you don't trust me, then we shouldn't be together!

Lukas' face darkened and he reached out to playfully pinch her ears. He warned, "Don't ever say that again. No matter what happens, I don't want to hear you say it in the future. When I'm with you, I trust you completely and we will never part. Do you understand?"

Reese didn't want to think too much about the distant future. Emotions were unpredictable and it was hard to predict the road ahead. But Lukas' serious tone and his commitment were determined, and she didn't want to dampen his enthusiasm. She nodded, "Okay, I won't say it again."

Lukas gently rubbed her hair and spoke softly, "That's better."

Reese was a little embarrassed but complained, "I'm not a child and you calling me 'baby' and saying 'good' is a little much."

Lukas chuckled, "You can always be yourself around me. You don't have to be self-conscious. You can be my baby."

His endearing words left Reese half-blushing, half-embarrassed. She bit her lip and said softly, "You're a smooth talker.

Reese's blush deepened and she stammered, "You... you..."

Seeing her nervous reaction, Lukas realized he had crossed the line. He quickly stood up, smiling, and held her hand. "I'm just teasing. Come on, let's go downstairs together."

Reese, still blushing, replied, "I said everyone sleeps separately."

Lukas smiled and stood up, taking her hand as he said, "All right, I won't tease you anymore. Let's go downstairs together."

When they reached the master bedroom on the second floor, Lukas refused to let go of Reese's hand. He held it tightly, unwilling to let her go.