Chapter 32 Chapter 32 Mm . Doris nodded slightly , making up her mind . Tell me what you want to eat , and Ill make it for you . With Nadia here , you dont need to worry about that . Margaret flashed a gentle smile and said to them . You should go get some rest . Youve got an early morning tomorrow . As she spoke , Margaret took Doriss soft hand and placed it into Lewiss big one . The heat from Lewiss palm transferred to Doriss skin , which was warm like fire , making her heartbeat race a little faster than usual . Come on , Lewis , take Doris to rest . Margaret seemed eager to get them out of her hair . Under Margarets watchful eye , Lewis had no choice but to lead Doris upstairs . He stopped at the door of the bedroom . Without even looking back , he could feel Margarets gaze on them from downstairs . He pushed the door open and stepped inside with Doris . The moment the door closed , he caught a glimpse of a victorious grin on Margarets face . Lewis took a sigh in his mind and thought , Oh , what a naughty old lady Once the door clicked shut , Lewis pulled his hand away and explained , Dont be mad at Margaret . Shes just like a little kid sometimes . Her thoughts are simple , and she doesnt mean any harm . I understand that . No need to explain . Doris clasped her hands together , her fingers still tingling with his warmth . They both looked at the neatly made bed , with two sets of pajamas laid out perfectly one in gray , the other in pink both with little black and white kitten designs . It looked like something straight out of a couples set . They both realized just how thoughtful Margaret had been . Take a shower and go to sleep . We gotta get up earlier than usual tomorrow morning , Lewis said while picking up his pajamas . Ill use the bathroom downstairs . With that , he grabbed his clothes and headed downstairs , leaving Doris in the room alone . She relaxed a little and went to the bathroom . When she got out and climbed into bed , there was a knock at the door . Doris answered , Come in . It was Lewis , but this time , Margaret and Nadia followed him in . They clearly forced Lewis to come back . Doris , Nadia prepared a cup of milk for you . Itll help you sleep , Margaret said , placing the cup on the nightstand . We wont bother you further . Lewis wiped his damp hair , his tone a bit playful . Guess its a bit of a hassle tonight . We have to share a room . Doris pressed her lips together and said nothing . She watched as Lewis went to the closet , pulled out a blanket , and headed for the lounge chair near the window . He settled into it , but his long legs hung awkwardly off the edge . The chair was way stiff , and there was no doubt that he wouldnt have a good sleep on it . Doris thought back to the night hed let her stay at his place . He slept on the couch that night , but at least it was soft . Why dont you take the bed ? I can sleep on the chair . My legs are not as long as yours , so I dont have to curl up on it , Doris suggested , not wanting him to suffer . Letting you sleep on the chair is not what a gentleman should do , Lewis replied , his voice firm , though there was a hint of humor . Especially youre my wife now . 1/3 27 Feb 70 % 13 ) Chapter 32 He leaned back , using his arm as a pillow and turning his face away from the bed . Turn off the light . Good night Doris studied his broad back for a moment before switching off the light . The room fell into complete darkness . Doris shut her eyes , but sleep didnt come . She could even hear the rustle of the leaves outside the window and Lewiss steady breath . She lay there for an hour , tossing and turning , unable to drift off . Finally , she opened her eyes again and shifted in bed . You cant fall asleep ? Lewiss deep voice sounded from the darkness . Doris was startled , thinking shed been trying to move as quietly as possible . She whispered , Sorry , did I wake you ? Nope , Lewis replied . Actually , he wasnt really in the mood to sleep . This was the first time in his 28 years that he had to share a room with a woman , and the whole atmosphere felt subtle . The chair was too short and too hard , and the blanket wasnt thick enough . It dug into his skin , making him uncomfortable . There was no way hed be getting any sleep on it . He had no idea how he was supposed to survive this long night with just him and Doris in the room . Then , Lewis let out a gentle cough . Hey , youre gonna catch a cold like that . Why dont you come to the bed ? Ill give you half of the space , Doris said in a sincere tone . She immediately regretted it as the words left her mouth . As she was about to explain herself when she heard Lewiss voice in the dark . You really wanna share a bed with me that much ? Lewiss eyes gleamed in the dark . His mind flashed back to that night when Doris was drunk and tried to kiss him . In his life , Lewis had met plenty of flirtatious women who threw themselves at him . He absolutely hated that kind of direct , almost desperate approach . But as for Doris , he wasnt sure if she was like that . He really hoped she wasnt . Yeah , sure , youre good looking , and with a frame like yours , youre the dream guy of every woman . I know youre confident in your charm . But you cant just assume everyones out to get you . Some people actually want to be nice . Too bad you look so good but dont have a brain to match . I dont like idiots . Doris felt a bit offended by his words , and she added , Forget it , that was my mistake . Just ignore what I said . After venting , she turned to her side , curled up under the blanket , and drifted off to sleep . Lewis closed his eyes , a slight smirk playing on his lips . He couldnt help but think Doris had quite a temper . He just gave a teasing comment , and she went off like that … The next morning , a knock at the door woke Lewis up . His eyes snapped open , and in a flash , he leaped from the chair , clutched his blanket , and jumped onto the bed . Doris stirred awake at the commotion , and seeing how frantic Lewis was , she almost burst out laughing . Margaret opened the door and stepped in , only to find Lewis and Doris both sitting on the bed . Lewis , ever the actor , stretched dramatically . Doris couldnt help but think , What a drama king . 2/3 Thu , 27 Fel Chapter 32 Doris , did you sleep well last night ? Margaret asked , completely ignoring her grandson . Doris got up from the bed and walked over to Margaret , Slipping an arm around her , Doris replied , Yeah , the bed is so big and comfy , and the blankets are warm . I slept like a baby . Didnt even have a dream before it was daylight She finished with a sweet smile and turned to Lewis , who was still standing by the bed with one hand on his waist . Honey , how about you ? The way Doris said Honey made Lewis almost buckle at the knees . His eyes flashed with a look of annoyance as he glanced at her , but he didnt say anything . Doris shot him a playful , knowing glance and raised her eyebrows , her smile growing even brighter . Lewis quickly dropped his hand from his waist , his voice as cold and flat as stone . Yeah , it was fine ? Though he said it was fine , in reality , hed spent the night tossing and turning in that chair . Ifis body was sore , his muscles ached , and he felt like his bones had been crushed . Well , hurry up and get ready for breakfast , Margaret said with a beam , clearly enjoying the playful banter between them . Lewis , Nadia made your favorite wattles . Come on and eat . With that , she left the room , leaving just Doris and Lewis behind , Their eyes locked , and sparks practically flew . They silently communicated with a look , neither one saying a word , You said that on purpose , didnt you ? Lewis said through his mind , Yeah , so what ? Doris replied the same way , Heh ! Humph ! 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