Crushed Affections (Dominic and Bella)
Chapter 211

Chapter 211 Don't Dislike You

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Was she senelly Bella raised her arm and sniffed. There wasn't anything particularly foul, but the did feel uncomfortable

Just the thought of standing in front of him, utterly bare while he wiped her down, felt impossible "Tean do it myself. It's in trouble

Dominic pursist his lips, and his expression darkened once again. "Bella.."

It never bodril woll whenever he addressed her by her name in that profond tone. She knew this was a warning. After a brief moment of resistance, she mlenovi "Tapetima. I guess I'll trundle you "

Without responding, he reached out his hand, and star reluctantly took it, allowing him to guide her to the bathroom. Noticing for awkwardnest indressed, he decided to take charge mil swiftly removed her clothes. looked especially cute

Bella instinctively crossed her arms over her chest, her face thishing with embarrassment. The color spread in her ears, which lo gainst her pale skin.

Dominie felt a mix of anger and amusement. "When you helped me shower back then, you weren't this shy I've seen it a million times. Why are you blushing now?!

f course, saying "a million times" was an exaggeration, but it would be hard to keep track if they counted

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He wasn't exactly skilled at caring for someone, and his touch was somewhat awkward as he helped her wash, but it was gentle and careful. Graduly, Bella forgot her initial embarrassment. Her thoughts drifted, leading ber to have a daydream in which she wished these tender moments could last forever.

When she finally returned to reality, she telt disappointed at the thought of such longing "Can you not be so nice to me?"

He remained focused on his task. "Why not?"

She mumbled, "I might take it seriously."

His movements paused for a moment. "Are my actions supposed to be fake, then? Don't be so ungrateful. I've never cared for anyone like this bele What else do you want? Raise your arm

Bella lifted her arm obediently.

When Dominic looked up, he caught sight of her chest rising and falling. His gaze deepened, and he swallowed hard. After hastily wiping her down, he asked her to turn around and lace away from him.

Perhaps the atmosphere was just right, so ale suldenly asked, "Do you still dislike me like you used to

Caught off gized, he replied casually without thinking. "No."

She noticed nothing off in his tous and felt excitement in her heart. She playfully splashed some water on his tace while giggling

His breath caught, and he said hoarsely. "Stop it."

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Seeing him so easygoing, Bella wasn't about to stop there. She continued her antics until his hair was wet too. Finally, he lost his patience. He quickly grabbed her by the neck, leaving her feeling like a trapped cat-motionless and scared.

He gazed at her luscious lips, fighting the urge to kiss her. Instead, he wrapped her in a towel. "Get out."

Thinking he was upset, she hurried out while ignoring the pain in her wound. Thankfully, her body was in good shape. Otherwise, she would've been unable to move

The sound of water in the bathroom continued for a long while, and Bella knew he was particular about cleanliness. Sure enough, he smelled great when he emerged, but his expression was still sour. "I'm going out for a bit. Aren't you going to sleep? You should get some rest."

She raised an eyebrow and asked, "It was just some water. Are you mad? I thought you were in a better mood."

He shot her a disdainful glance. "You idiot."

She finally realized he had just insulted her as he closed the door behind him. Was "idiot" the best he could come up with to express his anger?