Revenge is Best Served After Reborn (James)
Chapter 454

After a night of pleasure, Sophie woke up to replace the day already bright outside. She opened her eyes groggily, feeling sore and achy all over, her legs numb as if they no longer belonged to her body. Despite her whispered pleas for gentleness the night before, Colby's actions spoke louder, taking her again and again until she was thoroughly spent. He might have continued his demands if not for his consideration of her evident discomfort.

The thought of last night made Sophie immediately pull the covers over her head, chastising herself for letting Colby stay and for crossing lines she hadn't intended to.

What was she thinking, actively seeking him out?

Sophie was too ashamed to face the day, wishing she could just stay in bed forever.

"Time for lunch," came Colby's deep voice from beyond the door, laced with a hint of amusement.

Struggling with the aftermath of their night, Sophie found it difficult to even contemplate getting up. Colby entered the room, his tone a mix of indulgence and resignation. "Need me to carry you?" "My legs..." Sophie murmured, "I can't stand."

After their second round, she was already at her limit. Seeing her distress, Colby had carried her to the bathroom to clean up, which inexplicably led to a third round. She didn't even remember falling asleep.

As Sophie worried about how to face Colby this morning, she felt herself being effortlessly lifted into his arms. Instinctively, she wrapped her arms around his neck as he carried her to the bathroom. The sight of the bathtub reminded her of their intimate moments the night before, making her bury her face in his chest.

"I can wash up myself," she said, her voice barely audible.

Colby set her down, then wet a towel with warm water to gently wipe her face, and even squeezed toothpaste onto a brush for her. Sophie, cheeks flushed, insisted on taking it from him, "I can do it!" The blush on Sophie's face as she brushed her teeth brought a soft smile to Colby's face.

After a struggle to freshen up, he lifted her into his arms again. Sophie exclaimed in surprise. "Colby! Put me down!"

"Can you walk?"

"I..."

At her silence, Colby carried her to the living room, where lunch was already prepared on the table. "You didn't get up early just to make this, did you?"

"To cater to my lady's tastes, I went to the market this morning."

Sophie blushed even more.

Colby was wearing the white shirt from the day before with the top two buttons undone, revealing his sculpted collarbone and defined chest. It made Sophie quickly avert her gaze and focus on the meal he had prepared.

"Is it good?"

"Delicious."

As Sophie ate, she glanced at Colby, who was just sitting across from her, watching her with a doting smile.

"Why aren't you eating?" she asked.

"As long as you're full, that's all that matters," he said with a warm smile, making her cheeks heat up again.

Just then, Sophie's phone rang with a message from Skye, reminding her that she had only asked for one day off.

She answered the call, and Skye's voice came through. She sounded slightly anxious. "The show is this afternoon! Is everything okay? Do you need someone to pick you up?" "No, I just woke up late..."

Sophie glanced at Colby, his smile making her look away quickly. "I'll be there soon."

After hanging up, Sophie told Colby, "I've had enough. I need to go now. We have a show today, and I must be there."

"I'll drive you."

Colby stood and noticed Sophie having difficulty standing. He carried her in his arms to the car.

Upon arriving at Aldridge Global, all the trainees were ready to leave.

Wendy led the charge in the Aldridge Global lobby with a cold smirk. "Talk about diva behavior. You made us all wait for you."

Skye frowned, approaching Sophie to whisper, "We need to head to the studio this afternoon to prepare. Why are you so late?"

Sophie whispered back, "Just take them and go. We'll talk later."

Skye nodded.

Sophie and Julian exchanged looks. Julian deliberately slowed down to let the others board the car parked outside Aldridge Global first. He whispered, "If you're planning to hit Ricardo where it hurts, you can't go on this show."

He had a hunch Sophie had a plan.

Sophie smiled slightly, "Clever."

"What's your plan? At least give me a heads-up."

"Have you talked to the guys?"

"Yes."

Julian was popular among the male trainees and seen as a brother. Convincing them to switch sides wasn't too hard for him.