Chapter 2224

Nathaniel’s gaze sharpened the moment she refused, shadows flickering in his eyes.

His attention settled on the scarf. “New purchase?”

Cecilia nodded. “Mm-hmm.”

“We’re home, and it’s not cold. Take it off,” he said, reaching for it again.

She instinctively leaned back. “No, I still feel chilly. I’ll keep it on.”

His hand paused midair before he finally withdrew it.

“Alright. If you don’t want to take it off, keep it.”