Love and Devotion No Longer His to Claim (Angela and Dexter) novel Chapter 221

Bright moonlight shone through the window, and occasionally, birds flew by, chirping softly.

The soothing warmth of the water enveloped Angela's weary body, easing her tense limbs. She gradually let her guard down and slipped into the water.

When Dexter returned, he called out multiple times, but silence was all that greeted him. Noticing Angela's bag on the couch, he confirmed that she was indeed home.

A wave of concern washed over him, prompting him to head upstairs to check on her. He found the bedroom door closed and locked from the inside.

He knocked on her door once more, yet silence persisted. Overcome by a growing sense of anxiety, Dexter decided to pick the lock and let himself in.

Angela was nearly completely submerged. The water reached up to her chin, threatening to engulf her completely. Without hesitation, he grabbed her shoulders and pulled her out.

In a split second, Angela was jolted awake. The sight of Dexter and the unfolding scene before her caused her expression to shift dramatically. In a surge of emotion, she slapped him and swiftly crouched down, shielding herself with her long hair.

Dexter felt a sharp pain on his face and became furious. "Do you have any conscience? You almost drowned just now! You..."

"I don't need you to save me, even if I'm drowning. Get out!" Angela shot back, looking down.

The atmosphere in the bathroom was especially unpleasant.

"What an ungrateful woman!" Dexter shouted coldly. He then turned and left, slamming the door behind him.

Angela sat in the water until it cooled down and finally got out when she felt cold. She was frustrated with Dexter and worried he might have seen something he shouldn't have. If he had, she would undoubtedly dig out his eyes.

She seethed with anger, but her cheeks were flushed. It was utterly baffling; it wasn't like she was the one who'd gotten slapped.

She was at a loss for words and realized that she shouldn't have said that.

Fortunately, Dexter headed to work after breakfast, leaving Angela alone at home. She reviewed all the information he had shared with her, determined to get a better understanding.

As the time for her appointment approached, she quickly dressed up and stepped out to meet the person.

"Mr. Cooper, how are you?" When Angela arrived at the cafe, she found Jordan Cooper already seated at a table. She approached him calmly and greeted him warmly.

Jordan glanced at her indifferently and smiled. "Ms. Graham, what's the important matter you wanted to discuss that you asked to meet me here? I still have many tasks to handle at the company."

Angela took a seat with poise and ordered two cups of coffee. She inwardly rolled her eyes at the old man in front of her.