Chapter 167: All You Have To Do Is To Fall For Me
Natalie stared at him, torn between fear and hope. Before she could stop herself, she whispered, "What if I never...?"
"You will," Justin interrupted, his tone certain and steady. "I believe in us. So stop overthinking, and let things between us unfold naturally."
A small, hesitant nod escaped Natalie. She wanted to believe him—to trust his words.
Justin straightened, stepped back, tucking his hands coolly into his pockets, watching her with a steady, unreadable gaze.
"I am giving you time, that doesn’t mean I would stay away from you," He began turning to his domineering self, from how gentle he was a moment before. "If we stay away, how would you realize what you feel for me? So, do not expect me to be a gentleman, which I am not. I would be close to you, kiss you when both of us are in a situation. I won’t hold back."
Natalie swallowed hard. This man—he was like a chameleon. One moment, he seemed like the most patient, understanding man in the world. The next, he was unapologetically bold, making it clear that he wasn’t going to play by the rules of restraint.
’One moment gentleman, but the next moment a rouge.’
"But don’t worry," Justin added, his tone calm but unwavering. "The more intimate things—like what we did last night, or sex—those will only happen when you consent to it."
Natalie’s breath hitched, her throat tightening at his blunt words. Her palms grew clammy, and she couldn’t help but wonder, Why is this man so direct?
"And another thing," Justin continued, his gaze steady on her. "If you have anything on your mind—complaints, doubts, or feelings—tell me directly. Don’t jump to conclusions or create misunderstandings in your head and then cry over them like someone weak."
His words, though firm, weren’t harsh—they were matter-of-fact, reflecting his desire for clarity.