Adorable Kids Asking for Bear Hug novel Chapter 17

It became clear as day that everything Kenneth did was deliberately targeted at her.

Not wanting to show him any sign of reluctance, Natasha decided to face him head-on.

“No problem. I appreciate you offering me such a huge project, and I will be sure to do my job well. However, I must apologize in advance as my presence may make some people uncomfortable.”

A few years ago, Natasha was a sassy, straightforward, and boring person. Now, she has become as cunning as a fox. I can't figure her out at all... She still looks the same as before, but everything feels so different.

With that in mind, Kenneth stared at her and asked, “How sincere is that smile of yours, Natasha?”

Natasha arched an eyebrow at him in response. “Sincerity? Well, that depends on who I’m speaking to. If it's someone like

you, Mr. Hamilton, then I'd say none at all.”

Angered by her words, Kenneth grabbed her by the chin and gave it a squeeze. “If that's the case, then why did you insist on marrying me back then?”

“I was young and immature back then. I devoted myself to my marriage because I thought it would last forever, but I was wrong. I now understand that there are plenty of men out there, so I can just find a new one if things don't work out. Are you reminiscing the past, Mr. Hamilton? Or are you feeling uncomfortable because my life isn't in ruins after leaving you?”

Natasha's choice of words was clearly meant to spite him.

Kenneth glared at her as he muttered through clenched teeth, “Yes, I am feeling uncomfortable. I will have you repay everything you owe me, Natasha!”

“Oh? And how will you have me do that?” Natasha asked with a meaningful smile.

Huh, she's right... I haven't thought about how I'd have her repay me... Even so, I'm not about to just let it slide! She had no

right to make that decision without giving me a choice at all!

His train of thoughts was interrupted when Natasha reached out and placed her hands on his shoulders. “Kenneth, don't tell me you're regretting it?” she asked frivolously.

Kenneth narrowed his eyes in response. “Regret what?”

“Back then, you felt ashamed of me for being boring, tasteless, and inelegant. Are you regretting it now that you've witnessed my transformation?” Natasha asked with a mocking gaze.

It felt as if she had been waiting for a chance to say that.

While Natasha was extremely good at grinding someone's gears, Kenneth was no ordinary man. He had encountered countless women over the years, so a mere gaze from her wasn't enough to make him lose his cool.

“You overestimate yourself a little too much,” he replied while grabbing her hands on his shoulder.

“Am I wrong?” Natasha asked with an eyebrow raised.

That look on her face and this situation that we're in... Why does it seem so familiar?

Having seen right through her little ploy, Kenneth said, “Don't even bother playing these games with me, Natasha. Do you really think I'd let you off the hook?”