To the Love of My Life

Ruby Gregory did not know why her question had evoked such a reaction in Steve Burton. He smiled mysteriously, letting out a soft chuckle before his expression suddenly turned cold. He looked at her for a long moment, then nodded his head slightly, pointed to the door, and said, “You can go!”

The rapid shift in Steve Burton’s demeanor frightened Ruby slightly.

Having known Steve since childhood, Ruby had a deep understanding of him and could read his moods through subtle changes in his eyes, gestures, and tone. She could discern whether he was truly upset or merely pretending.

However, after just three years apart, she could no longer comprehend what this man, who she had known for more than two decades, was thinking.

He said she could leave… Did this mean he was denying her entry to Pristine’s Enterprises? Was he dissatisfied with her submission?

Anxiety began to build in Ruby’s heart. She couldn’t afford to lose without even starting.

Clasping her hands, Ruby stared into Steve’s dark, intense eyes and spoke softly, “Did I do something wrong?”

Steve’s face was cold as ice, and he didn’t even glance at Ruby, turning away and leaving her his back.

Ruby clenched her lips and paused before leaning forward and pressing herself against Steve’s strong back.

Steve’s body heat was much higher than hers, making Ruby shiver slightly before mustering the courage to stretch out her arms and hug his waist.

Steve’s body tensed up, and he was acutely aware of the delicate-soft woman trembling behind him.

She seemed very nervous, her chest heaving with anticipation. After a while, her breath grew closer to his ear as she left a light, ethereal kiss on his cheek ?before her lips landed on his.

Her lips shook violently, but she still kissed him with determination.

Steve felt slightly dizzy and, after a long time, he suddenly pulled Ruby to him and, in one movement, pinned her beneath him.

He kissed her back, desperate and forceful, his entire demeanor passionate and breathing more rapid.

However, as Steve continued to kiss her, he seemed to notice something and suddenly stopped. He opened his eyes to see Ruby, her eyes tightly shut and her face void of joy or pleasure. This made him feel like ice water had been poured over him from head to toe.

Steve’s eyes narrowed slightly before he swiftly got out of bed, leaving Ruby behind.

The sudden departure of the man puzzled Ruby, causing her to frown and sit up in confusion.

Before she could ask what was wrong, Steve picked up her clothes from the floor and angrily threw them at her face, “Get out!”

Ruby frowned, unsure about what had just happened with the once passionate Steve, and stared at him with a mix of confusion and innocence, unable to react.

Ruby’s passiveness infuriated Steve, who snapped at her, “I told you to get out!”