Chapter 15 - 15 15 Shes Only 18 How Much Self-Control Can
Chapter 15: Chapter 15: She’s Only 18, How Much Self-Control Can She Have? Chapter 15: Chapter 15: She’s Only 18, How Much Self-Control Can She Have? “Cyan Marshall’s husband, Daniel Hughes, was the second son of the Hughes Family. Back then, the Hughes patriarch favored the eldest son for inheritance, until he married Cyan Marshall, and everything changed.”
Bella Woods wasn’t very knowledgeable about these matters of affluent families. “Uncle Hughes has repeatedly said in numerous occasions that he owes his success today to Aunt Cyan’s sacrifices behind the scenes.”
“Yes, his wife is indeed formidable. Not only did she enable him to take over the Hughes Family, but she made the family flourish under his management, securing Oliver Hughes’ unshakeable position as the heir.”
Ashton Marshall leaned down to nibble the cake off Bella Woods’ mouth, lowering his voice, “Now do you understand Cyan Marshall’s standing in the Hughes Family?”
Bella Woods met the man’s captivating gaze, her heart pounding wildly as she gulped several times secretly.
The pain was real.
And the desire was also real.
She tried to focus on the conversation, “You’re saying, if Aunt Cyan recognizes me as Oliver Hughes’ fiancée, it means Uncle Hughes does as well.”
“Oliver Hughes fears this father the most, and he is simultaneously the heir of the Hughes Family. All these kids in the circle share one common trait; however wildly they play, they never jeopardize family interests.”
Bella Woods paused for a moment, suddenly feeling some clarity, “I think I understand now…”
“Yes, you are a smart child.” Ashton Marshall said with satisfaction, pinching Bella Woods’ cheek.
Her face still had baby fat, making it delightfully soft to pinch.
Not just the face.
Everywhere felt good to touch.
Ashton Marshall’s eyes deepened significantly, and his lips slowly trailed to Bella Woods’ neck.
Bella Woods tilted her head slightly, but then urgently said, “But, behind Oliver Hughes stands Third Young Master Marshall.”
She pushed against the man’s shoulder, stopping his actions, “You know that Third Young Master cares for him, and will back him up when the time comes. No matter what the Hughes Family says, I…”
“This matter is easy.”
“Easy?”
“Get close to Third Young Master, seduce him, and leap to becoming Oliver Hughes’ little aunt.”
Ashton Marshall gazed deeply at Bella Woods, giving her a sort of cheat.
“In the future, forget about equality. Oliver Hughes would see you and respectfully call you little aunt. If you aren’t happy, Oliver Hughes won’t have a good time either.”
He spoke with a lively interest, finding the matter quite intriguing.
At first, Bella Woods was surprised, followed by confusion, and now she looked at him with the eyes of someone looking at a madman, pushing his head into her embrace, rubbing his handsome face.
“Let’s continue with what we’re doing, it’s more practical.”
“Didn’t you say it hurts, then cry again later, hmm?” The man looked up, his hair tousled by her grip, exuding a wild, extraordinary sex appeal.
“It’s not like I won’t cry if it doesn’t hurt.”
She tilted her head and kissed the man’s lips, silencing him.
Pain was pain; she was only eighteen, how could she have any restraint?
Especially since his technique was so overpowering.
No way to hold back at all!
But in the end, Bella Woods still ended up crying out loud, forcing the man to stop and coax her.
…
The next day.
When Bella Woods got out of bed, she directly collapsed to her knees on the carpet, her legs shaking uncontrollably.
Despite taking multiple doses of medicine, moving still brought sharp pain.
So much so that when the phone rang, Bella Woods could only crawl over on her knees to pick it up.
Ashton Marshall lay awake in bed, propping his head with one hand, watching her teasingly.
Bella Woods glared angrily at him before answering the call.
“Bella Woods, where the hell have you been?”
On the other end was Jade Patel’s furious voice, “Do you know that tonight is the family banquet between the Woods and the Hughes, how crucial it is for your engagement to Oliver Hughes? How dare you stay out all night, are you trying to die?”
“Do you think giving you freedom and negotiating terms with you means you’ve grown wings, to fly off as you wish?”
“Mom, I told you, I saw sister fooling around with a man in the bathroom. She’s definitely gone to bed with him again. Truly unclean.”
Not only was Jade Patel’s voice on the phone aggrieved, but also Rose Woods’ mocking voice: “Mom, I told you, she’s unclean, unworthy of Brother Oliver. Anyway, there are two daughters in the family, it’s not like there’s only one.”
“Alright, Rose, let me speak with your sister.”
Jade Patel gently soothed Rose Woods, immediately followed by a sharp voice commanding Bella Woods, “Bella Woods, you get back here right now.”
“Baby, I finished my shower.” Ashton Marshall said with a hoarse voice.
Immediately, Jade Patel exploded with rage over the phone, “Bella Woods, did you really…”
Bella Woods quickly cut the call and sent Jade Patel a message: I’ll be back soon.
She glared at Ashton Marshall, “Are you crazy?”
“Your sister says you’re with a man; make it legitimate.” Ashton Marshall smiled slightly.
Bella Woods looked at him in confusion.
Ashton Marshall crooked his finger at her, “Give me a kiss, I’ll teach you how tonight at the family banquet, not only will you get Oliver Hughes to apologize, but you’ll also show your parents and sister that you are no longer that weak and understanding daughter.”
The moment he finished speaking, Bella Woods, despite her body’s soreness, lunged into Ashton Marshall’s embrace, kissing him messily on the lips.
“Your kissing skills are as atrocious as your seduction skills.” Ashton Marshall pulled her up, giving a poor rating.
“I’m a girl, don’t do tiresome work. If you’re good, that’s good enough.” Bella Woods said it matter-of-factly.
Ashton Marshall chuckled, pinching Bella Woods’ nose, “You are an interesting child…”
Indeed quite amusing.
His gaze suddenly fell onto Bella Woods’ red lips, deepening a lot.
He pinched Bella Woods’ cheeks, his voice husky, “If you’re hurt, take care and find another place.”
…
By the time Bella Woods returned to the Woods Family, it was bustling with activity.
Several brand staff were showcasing new and limited-edition garments and jewelry with models of similar stature to the Woods Family.
Rose Woods sat on the sofa snuggling with Jade Patel, admiring, and wanting so many of the designs she liked.
“Alright, I’ll arrange them all for you, little princess.” Jade Patel affectionately pinched Rose Woods’ nose, looking at her as if she were her most cherished creation.
Truly delighted.
Ron Woods’ voice was gentle from the side, “All the ones you want will be sent to your room. We only have this one little princess in the house and naturally must satisfy her.”
“Thank you, dad and mom.”
Rose Woods was very pleased, standing up to kiss Ron Woods on the cheek, then returned to kiss Jade Patel as well.
Bella Woods quietly watched.
Such scenes were not rare in these years, but each time, they brewed a sour and bitter feeling inside her.
Jealousy, she too wanted to be her parents’ little princess.
Self-doubt, wondering if she had done something not good enough to deserve such a scene.
But now, it was no longer necessary.
“The eldest miss is back.”
The butler came over and announced.
And the originally harmonious family of three immediately looked displeased.
Ron Woods didn’t even glance at Bella Woods and left directly.
Jade Patel dismissed everyone from the living room.
When she stepped in front of Bella Woods, she yanked off Bella’s clothes, instantly exposing her smooth, fair shoulder and the spotted marks on her collarbone.
Without thinking, Jade Patel raised her hand to slap Bella Woods, but Bella dodged.
“You dare to dodge?” Jade Patel’s eyes flared in rage, “Say it! Who’s the man you’re fooling around with, what’s his name, and where is he now?”
“The male prostitute from that night.”
Bella Woods didn’t evade, “I should thank you and dad, otherwise, I wouldn’t have met him.”
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