Chapter 117

"Ah!" Ariana was startled, instinctively placing her hands on Lambert's chest. She was dressed in a bathrobe, which was quite conservative, but his gaze made her feel like she was being scrutinized from head to toe. Lambert smirked quietly, "You know, I don’t accept common ways of saying thanks, also, I settle the score!" The last words were drawn out, filled with a bone-chilling tone of menace, as he leaned in to continue their interrupted kiss. Ariana was so scared that goosebumps broke out all over her skin, again placing her hand over his lips, her brows furrowed and her eyes glaring, "Lambert!” He paused, raising his eyebrows slightly, waiting for her to continue, "Hmm?" Her tone was crisp and annoyed, "We are only in a sham marriage, this isn't right, is it?" At her words, Lambert stroked her cheek with his knuckles lightly. His warm touch slid gently over her skin, causing her to shudder involuntarily. In a mildly threatening tone, he said, "You used me in broad daylight, you th