Chapter 53. The Argument

RENEE

"This is delicious, Renee." After swallowing a large chunk of pasta, Robert exclaimed for the umpteenth time, "So so tasty, my darling-“

We were seated at the suite's small dining table, digging into the small feast I'd prepared, and Robert seemed to be enjoying the meal so far. 

I smiled as I heard his compliments, and leaning in close, I brushed some stray hair out of his eyes. 

"Thank you.” I whispered, and his large hand snaked around me, yanking me from my seat and onto his lap. 

"Woah, Robert!" When he caught me off guard, I exclaimed, and he just chuckled, his voice low and deep. 

"Don’t thank me." 

"Why not? I'm glad you're having a good time. Given that you're still eating and I'm already stuffed." 

"Do you not want to eat any longer?" He inquired, bringing his fork to my lips, but I shook my head, moving it out of the way. 

"My stomach’s already full, Robert." 

“Alright. Also