I'm Sorry My Love Novel
Chapter 713

Chapter 713

Chapter 713 That’s Not How You Kissed Me This Morning

With her coat on, Leanna bumped into Zoe, who was yawning and waiting for the elevator, just as shewalked out. Seeing her, Zoe said, "Nana? I didn't expect to see you up this early."

"I'm heading downstairs to get breakfast. Where are you going so early?"

"I lost my phone last night, remember? I'll buy a new one and get a replacement SIM card while at it."

Leanna said, "Then, I'll come with you."

"Don't worry. You're still recovering from your cold. I can go by myself. Plus, it's a good chance for meto stroll around."

Leanna nodded. "You might as well eat before you leave. I've already made soup."

Zoe yawned once more. "I'll just grab something on the way. Don't worry about me. You should rest athome today."

As they were talking, the elevator arrived on the first floor and Zoe pushed Leanna forward. "Go getyour breakfast. Don't forget to take your cold medicine. I'll be going now."

Leanna stood outside and waved at her. "It's raining today, so drive safe."

Zoe replied, "Okay, got it."

The elevator doors closed, and it soon descended to the basement floor. Leanna shifted her gaze and

walked outside. The rain seemed gentle, yet the raindrops drumming on the umbrella producedsporadic, muted sounds.

While buying breakfast, she overheard the conversations of passersby in the breakfast shop discussingLeroy's fatal fall from a building and the significant decline in Crossley Group's stock price.

Everyone could not help but sigh, as no one could have anticipated that Crossley Group, which oncestood alongside Pearson Group, would replace itself in such a predicament.

Contrary to the slight fluctuation in Pearson Group's stock price after Aidan's departure, Justin'sefficient management resulted in an upward trend in the stock price instead of a decline.

In light of the significant drop in Crossley Group's stock price, many investors chose to sell its stocksand shift their investments to Pearson Group's stocks instead.

Holding her umbrella, Leanna listened to their discussions with an expressionless face. When thebreakfast shop owner handed her the bag with her takeaway meal, she thanked him and departed.

As she arrived back, she found Aidan examining the stock prices of Crossley Group. She put down herthings and uttered, "Let's eat first."

The soup in the pot was perfectly cooked in the meantime. As Leanna uncovered the lid, the delightfularoma of vegetables filled the air and awakened a slight hunger within her. After finishing the meal, shefelt a noticeable improvement in her dizziness and stuffy nose and no longer desired to take moremedicine.

Pouring her a glass of water, Aidan gently caressed her rosy cheek. "If you're staying in today, it's finenot to take the medicine. We'll see how things go for tonight." After some thought, she ultimatelydecided to take the medicine.

She gazed at the steaming hot water in front of her and turned to him, asking, "Aren't you planning togo out today?"

"I'm going to visit Crossley Group."

"Do I need to go as well?"

"If you want to."

She paused for a moment. "Never mind. Even if I go, I'm not sure what I can do. Zoe must bestruggling with Daniel's situation, even if she doesn't express it openly. I should be there for her."

Aidan pursed his lips slightly but remained silent.

She asked, "What's wrong?"

"It's nothing. It's still uncertain for now. I'll tell you later tonight."

Leanna responded, "If you need me, just call me."

Aidan nodded. "Take your medicine. I'll drive you to your studio later."

"Okay." She touched her glass and found the water temperature to be just right. After she finished

taking her medicine, he emerged from the bedroom with his clothes changed.

On their way to the studio, the rain intensified, indicating that it was unlikely to stop anytime soon.When they arrived at the studio entrance, Leanna unbuckled her seatbelt and said, "I should get going.Take care on the road. Goodbye."

Her wrist was held as she reached for the handle and fell back into the seat. Puzzled, she glanced atthe man beside her. With one hand on the steering wheel, the serious-looking Aidan tilted his headslightly toward her.

She failed to comprehend his gesture.

Twitching his lips, he slowly said, "Repeat what you did this morning when you went out to getbreakfast."

Baffled at first, she swiftly grasped the situation and burst into laughter. What a childish man. Sheleaned in closer and placed a gentle kiss on his cheek. Just as she was about to alight from the car, hisgrip on her hand remained firm.

Leanna was confused. "What now?"

Aidan complained, "That's not how you kissed me this morning."

Speechless, she asked patiently, "How did I do it, then?"

He looked at her and explained, word by word, "You wrapped both hands around my neck and threwyourself into my arms. And when you kissed me passionately, you even emitted a sound."

Leanna was left speechless by his shameless audacity in uttering those words.

Without giving her time to reminisce, Aidan urged, "Hurry up."

To get things over quickly, she quickly scanned her surroundings before leaning forward and embracinghis neck to kiss his cheek.

Little did she know that the man suddenly turned his head, and her lips landed precisely on his thin lips.A faint smile appeared in his dark eyes. In that moment of realization, Leanna was about to pull backwhen he took advantage of the moment and gently nibbled her lip. His tongue teasingly slipped into hermouth.

Fortunately, the kiss did not last long because the man did not initiate it. She seized the opportunity andswiftly pulled back, her cheeks slightly flushed as she murmured, "Disgusting."

He was clearly in a good mood. "How am I the disgusting one when you were the one who threwyourself at me for a kiss?"

She settled back in her seat and smoothed out her hair before letting out a soft snort. "Never mind. I'mleaving."

As he watched her departing figure, a broader smile played on his dark eyes. After a moment, hewithdrew his gaze and drove away.

Zoe was still absent in the studio, but the other girls had already begun their work, so Leanna toldthem, "I'll head to my office first. Inform me if Zoe returns."

"Okay, Leanna."

Seated in her office, she retrieved her sketchbook and began flipping through the pages of herdrawings. Despite the approaching deadline for the upcoming fashion week and her limited progress,she remained calm.

After a while, there was a sudden knock on the office door. She thought it was Zoe returning andlooked up, only to see Charlotte entering and inquiring softly, "Leanna, may I come in?"

"Sure."

Charlotte closed the door behind her and sat on the couch. She appeared hesitant, gripping her skirttightly.

Sensing her hesitation, Leanna asked, "What's wrong?"

Charlotte looked at her. "Lachlan told me that you were almost kidnapped by some dangerous men lastnight."

Leanna smiled. "Don't worry, I'm fine now."

Charlotte's voice grew softer as she lowered her gaze. "But he said that Uncle Joseph was behindthis."