Chapter 24

Natalie laughed in a self-deprecating manner when she recalled the insults he had once hurled at her. Taylor pinched her chin with his calloused fingers. Smirking, he said, "Don't you worry about that." She swatted his hand away. "You don't have the final say in matters of divorce. I'll involve Grandpa in the decision." With that, she moved sideways to grab a mop and clean up the mess in the dining area. He grabbed her wrist when she was about to leave. His face loomed in front of her eyes. "Do you think Grandpa will still side with you if I impregnate you?" Every time she got a little too close to him, she could pick up on his crisp scent mixed with a hint of tobacco. The scent always sent her mind wandering, and she'd struggle to look him in the eye. He felt tempted by the panicked and helpless look on her exquisite face. Without warning, he lowered his head, moving his face closer. Thinking he wanted to kiss her, she put a hand on his shoulder to keep him away with all her mi