Impulsive Vow to an Enigmatic Husband novel Chapter 378

Jeremy reassured Cornelia, "Chill, I’ve got enough dough for my daily grind."

Instantly, Cornelia sent him a transfer of $1111 via WhatsApp, with the note, "Happy New Year!"

Jeremy replied with a transfer of $2222, adding a note, "Darlin', Happy New Year!"

They'd been hitched for a while, but this was the first time he'd called her that. A blush spread across Cornelia's cheeks. Before she could figure out how to respond, Briana butted in, "Cornelia, quit being glued to your phone, and let's chow down. The food's getting cold."

Cornelia hastily stashed her phone, only to hear Briana ask, "Cornelia, who were you messaging just now? Why are your cheeks so red?"

Touching her face instinctively, Cornelia replied, "The room’s probably too hot. Plus, I just had a glass of booze."

Marcus's eyes were immediately drawn to Cornelia. Her skin was smooth and full of collagen, and her cheeks were flushed like ripe apples, looking utterly enticing.

His Adam's apple bobbed unconsciously and his mouth felt dry. He quickly downed the remaining half glass of wine. It did nothing to quench his thirst but instead seemed to ignite a flame within him.

He tugged at his collar irritably, unbuttoning two buttons and revealing an attractive collarbone.

Briana nodded knowingly, "So, alcohol's to blame, huh?"