Rural Belle & Three Heirs

Zara, already terrified, desperately searched her mind for any words she could think of. "Mr. Martin, I was wrong to deceive you with Chloe, making you think I was your dream girl. In reality, I don't know much about motorcycles. I can barely ride one, and that's about it. Mr. Martin, please, I promise I won't deceive you again. Please, spare me."

Zara's survival instincts were strong. Terrified and practically shaking, she apologized with genuine sincerity, her voice trembling with clear desperation and pleading. Tears glistened in her eyes, ready to spill at any moment, and her hands twisted nervously together, utterly at a loss.

Seeing her in such a state, Liam felt a sudden jolt in his heart. The anger that had driven him to want to punish Zara completely began to waver, like a stone dropped into a tranquil lake, creating ripples of emotion. His feelings gradually shifted from anger to a complex mixture of pity and guilt.

However, Liam remembered his vow to punish Zara. After a moment's hesitation, he decided to channel his emotions differently. Seeing the fear on Zara's face, he suddenly moved closer. Before she could react, he captured her trembling lips in a kiss.

Zara was utterly stunned. Her mind went completely blank, and her entire body froze, clueless on how to respond to this unexpected kiss. Her heart pounded wildly, as if it would burst out of her chest, and she was instantly thrown into chaos.

She stared wide-eyed, her mind blank, as Liam's lips moved over hers. "Mr. Martin, what are you..."

Zara's already unsettled heart became even more chaotic. She mumbled.

Liam reached out, grabbed her waist, and gently said, "Relax, you need to put your heart into a kiss."

With that, he couldn't help but pull Zara into his arms and kiss her deeply. Liam's kiss was both commanding and gentle. His hands softly caressed her cheeks as he deepened the kiss. Zara, after her initial panic, gradually relaxed her stiffened body, her arms falling limply to her sides, leaving Liam free to dominate her lips.

This sudden tenderness and intimacy left Zara feeling both ashamed and confused. Unconsciously, she closed her eyes, as if to escape from it all. Yet, deep within her, a strange feeling started to bloom...

The next morning, when Chloe woke up, Michael and Rena had already arrived at the Franklin Mansion. Michael had a night shoot, so he had plenty of time to hang out during the day.

The Franklin family's granddaughters were all excited about Michael's visit. After all, Michael was an international movie star, and his visit was a huge honor for the Franklin family.

They surrounded Michael, taking photos and asking for autographs. Michael, always friendly with his fans, happily took pictures with everyone.

Things only calmed down when Grant and Chloe appeared.

After a simple breakfast at the Franklin family, they prepared to leave for sightseeing.

Just as they reached the mansion's entrance, a flashy red sports car pulled up, and Karlie, dressed coolly, stepped out.

"Mic..."

Karlie and Michael had always been an on-screen couple, and they were the leads in their current movie. With no schedule today, Karlie thought she'd date with Michael.

But she was told that Michael had gone to the Franklin Mansion to see Chloe.

Karlie had never liked Chloe much. At one point, because of the marriage agreement between the Davis and Martin families, Karlie even saw Chloe as a rival.

After they talked things out, Karlie and Chloe became casual friends. Chloe had assured her that she didn't like Michael and would help Karlie get closer to him.

Whether Michael and Karlie ended up together was up to them.

But Karlie didn't see it that way. She believed that since Chloe promised to help, Michael had to end up with her.

Upon learning that Michael had gone to see Chloe, Karlie seethed with anger. She drove straight to the Franklin Mansion, her fury barely contained.

Seeing Michael, Chloe, and Grant together, Karlie was filled with jealousy.

She had seen Chloe's beauty, and even with a mole on her face, Chloe's innate elegance and nobility were undeniable-something others couldn't imitate.

"Karlie? What brings you here? We planned to go out with Mic. Since you're here, why don't you join us?" Chloe greeted Karlie warmly, unaware of her anger.

But Karlie didn't respond kindly.

With a cold expression, she approached Chloe and angrily questioned her. "Chloe, how can you go back on your word?"

Chloe was confused. She didn't recall promising Karlie anything.

"Karlie, what's wrong?" Chloe asked softly.

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Karlie didn't hold back. She confronted Chloe directly. "You promised you wouldn't be with Michael, but now you're clinging to him? He's only hesitant to date because of the engagement with you.noveldrama

You don't even love him, so why stop me from being with him? Chloe, I thought we were friends, but you're treating me like this. Do you think that's fair?" Karlie's words left Chloe speechless.

To avoid further misunderstanding, Chloe quickly explained. "Karlie, it's not like that.

I'm not clinging to Michael. I see him as a brother. I promised to help you two, and I have. But I can't force Mic to date you."

Chloe thought explaining would resolve the problem.

But Karlie, frustrated by unrequited love, was out of control.

She accused Chloe, "Don't act so innocent. You just want all three Martin brothers to love you. Michael likes you, that's why he won't date me!"

Karlie's outburst shocked everyone. Michael, seeing Karlie's meltdown, was furious.

As a public figure, any careless words could be damaging. Karlie's accusations, if spread, could harm the Martin brothers' reputations and bring disaster to Chloe.

Michael angrily confronted Karlie, "Karlie, are you crazy? Do you know the consequences of your words? Chloe and I are just friends. Our engagement is our business, not yours. Stop this madness before it gets out of hand."

Michael's anger didn't stop Karlie. She laughed bitterly and continued, "See? You do care about her. You're upset by what I said, aren't you?"