Dumped My Cheating Ex. Now I'm Sleeping Next to a Billionaire CEO novel Chapter 1601

That night, Mercedes slept very poorly. The warship's soundproofing was inadequate, allowing the crash of waves and the roar of machinery to constantly drill into her ears. In the latter half of the night, before dawn had broken, her sharp senses detected someone entering the room. A rugged aura smelling of gunpowder and sea breeze instantly closed in.

Immediately following, a body pressed down upon her, heavy and domineering. The man's kisses fell in a frantic, demanding cascade, waking her up. His rough, large hands expertly slipped under the hem of her clothes.

Startled, Mercedes snapped fully awake. She grabbed the man's wrist in a panic, her voice trembling slightly with sleep. "What are you doing?"

In the darkness, Calony's brows furrowed heavily. "I have held back for so long. You still will not let me touch you?"

Mercedes gasped for breath under his weight. She knew this man's temper entirely too well. Angering him would yield no good results. Biting her lip, she slowly released her grip on his hand.

Receiving her tacit consent, a low growl rumbled from Calony's throat. Believing he had restrained himself long enough, he took Mercedes without an ounce of hesitation. Fortunately, she had rested decently well, and although Calony was eager, he ultimately held back a fraction of his strength. Because of this, she did not find it quite as agonizing as usual.

Once the storm subsided, Mercedes was still limp beneath the covers, gasping for air, when a jacket was tossed directly onto her head.

"Put your clothes on and get up." Calony had already pulled on his trousers and was standing by the bed, his lean, muscular upper body completely bare.

Mercedes pulled the jacket away, her eyes filled with bewilderment. In the middle of the night, having just finished his rough business, what did he want now? But she did not dare ask. She could only endure the aching soreness across her entire body as she sluggishly pulled her clothes on.

The moment she finished dressing, Calony seized her wrist and dragged her outside. He took massive strides, causing Mercedes to stumble as she was pulled along, her legs so weak she nearly fell to her knees. Sensing the resistance behind him, Calony glanced back. His brows knit together, and without another word, he swept her up into his arms. Marching swiftly down the corridor, he carried her out to the western deck.

The ocean breeze hit them head on, carrying the distinct damp chill of early morning. He set her down by the deck railing. "Did you not want me to watch the sunrise with you? The sun will be up in two minutes."

Mercedes froze. She widened her eyes in astonishment, looking toward the horizon that was already turning a vibrant red. Above the sea, streaks of brilliant rosy light were slowly tearing away the curtain of night. She turned her head, looking at the man beside her. The sea breeze ruffled his slightly long blonde hair, and the morning light coated his deep, rugged features in a warm glow.

Mercedes suddenly felt that this rumored demon was perhaps... not entirely impossible to communicate with. For no particular reason, her heart softened a fraction. She slowly leaned closer to his side. Then, exactly as the sun peeked over the horizon, she gently rested her head against his shoulder.

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