Chapter 120. He Did Not!

Bruno knocked on the door, his heart racing with a mix of anxiety and anticipation as he waited for Beauty to respond.

After their earlier interaction, he was determined to make things right once and for all. He needed her to understand him, too.

“I’m done; you can come in now,” Beauty replied.

He stepped inside, ready to talk, but was greeted by a sight that made his breath catch in his throat. Beauty stood in front of the mirror, adjusting her short dress that hugged her curves. The neckline dipped low, revealing a generous amount of cleavage. He couldn’t help but stare; it left him breathless.

Captivated by her beauty, a familiar arousal stirred within him as his gaze traveled down her body.

“Wow,” he said, his voice barely above a whisper. “You look… really nice.”

Beauty looked down and muttered, “Thanks.”

“I apologize for earlier. I didn’t mean to ask you to leave like that without considering your feelings… I’m sorry if I was being har