Chapter 423

　　"Then once a week," Catherine replied, feigning seriousness. 　　"I waited twenty-seven years just for you, Catherine!" the man said with mock solemnity. 　　Catherine burst into laughter, breaking the intense atmosphere. "Alright, let's change the subject. This topic isn't worth discussing." 　　Blake took advantage of her laughter, stepped around her, and in one swift motion, pinned her down. 　　Catherine was startled into lying down and realized escape was impossible. 　　"Wh-what are you doing?" Catherine's eyes widened, already knowing the answer. 　　Indeed, careless words come with a price. 　　Catherine, exhausted and weak, pointed at Blake's retreating figure toward the bathroom and gritted her teeth. "So unfair, making me move on top for half an hour!" 　　Blake's sturdy figure froze in the bathroom doorway, then erupted into hearty, self-satisfied laughter. 　　Hearing his deep laughter, Catherine grew even angrier. 　　When Blake emerged, wearing only a towel, he saw Catherine in new pajama