Chapter 1764

"Yes, Mr. Lawson," came the reply from the other end. Scott ended the call and set the phone aside. He flung his phone under the bed without a second thought, his eyes locked on her. Naomi's gaze flickered to his, but she quickly dropped her gaze, unable to hold his intense stare. There was something different about him then, a fierce intensity that was not there before. It was as if the close moments they had just shared had not cooled his burning need to claim her, to claim all of her. Naomi felt overwhelmed by that look. Scott saw her trying to dodge his gaze, her movements frantic. He tightened his grip and whipped the covers away. Naomi's heart skipped a beat, and she blurted out, "Scott..." However, before she could get the words out, she was lifted by her waist. Startled by his sudden move, Naomi instinctively wrapped her arms around his neck, her body pressing against his. Scott did not pause. He carried her out of bed and headed straight for the bathroom. As they app