Dear Ex-wife Marry Me novel (Maja) novel Chapter 1169

Maja was dissatisfied, but too shy to express her feelings. She felt restless and empty inside.

"You're happy he's back, aren't you?"

"No."

"Do you want me?"

Biting her lip, Maja was sweating heavily under his questioning.

At that moment, Ian's phone rang. It was a call from Fitch.

Ian answered, listening to the voice on the other end.

"Greenfield won't be peaceful tonight. The higher-ups have been searching for the research results that Eric had once led. Steve was alarmed. He just called me, under pressure from above, hoping to persuade Eric to release the research results. Eric contacted them, claiming that he had suffered mental abuse and couldn't recall where the chip was stored, unless Maja was handed over to him."

This was a matter of national concern. As soon as Eric returned, he used this as a bargaining chip.

In order to get the research results, the higher-ups would certainly put pressure on the Raymond family.

Ian's eyes narrowed. He opened the door to leave, but was stopped by Maja, who had been stirred by his questioning.

"I want you."

Ian stiffened.

He slammed the door in front of him. He turned around and pulled Maja into his arms. They made their way to the bed, kissing passionately.

Their breaths became hot and heavy.

Maja could barely catch her breath, her forehead dotted with sweat.

Ian was also in a fervor, his movements wild, as though he wished to suffocate her with his kisses.

When they finished, it was already one in the morning.

Maja was out of energy, listening to him on the phone.

He must be talking to Fitch.

He quickly dismissed Fitch with a few words, then slowly turned his body to fully embrace Maja.

"What's wrong?"

Maja's head was buried in his chest, the realization that Patric was Eric causing her heart to ache.

If Ian hadn't entangled himself with her, then Eric could have returned, and they could have remained as close as brothers.

He wouldn't have had to face the rumors in their circle, nor the pressure from above.

Now, they were both beleaguered.

"Ian."

She called out, and Ian held her even tighter, his chest filled with emotion.

"Maja, as long as you choose me."

His voice was soft, as if he wished to embed her into his chest.