Chapter 568

Taylor didn't know what to say next. The silence in the car was thick as the black Bentley continued down the road. Twenty minutes later, they pulled up to Huston Villa. Taylor quickly got out and walked around to open the door for Natalie. As she stepped out, she offered him a faint smile. "Thank you." The words were simple, almost dismissive. After saying them, she immediately headed for the villa. Taylor followed her inside. When he saw her heading upstairs, a small panic crept into his chest. He was afraid she'd retreat to her room, and he wouldn't get another chance to talk. Still worried about the tension from the night's events, he hurried after her. Before she could close the bedroom door, Taylor gently grabbed her hand. Natalie turned, surprised. "What's wrong?" He didn't answer right away, instead asking, "It's still early. Are you really going to bed?" She tilted her head slightly, her dark curls cascading with the movement, sending a faint scent of her perfume mixed