Chapter 578 Do You Like Me

When Bella saw the sincerity in Dominic's eyes, she blurted out, "I did." The moment the words left her mouth, she felt a little embarrassed and tried to regain her composure by speaking more firmly. "But you didn't call or text for days. You came back without telling me. So, let's pretend I didn't. Now let go, or I'll bite you again!" Dominic suddenly laughed and pulled her into a tight embrace. His hold was so firm that she almost couldn't breathe. Bella stood there, stunned. She'd always planned to make their marriage work without getting hung up on love. She'd resigned herself to the idea that they could live peacefully with a foundation of mutual care, even if love weren't part of the equation. But Dominic kept making her believe—just for a moment—that love between them was still possible. "Do you like me?" she asked suddenly. She wasn't sure where she found the courage to ask such a vulnerable question, but maybe disappointment had dulled her fears over time. It didn't sting