When My Ex's Worst Enemy Became My Sanctuary novel Chapter 177

Latham fully expected Albert to keep defending Carola, but Albert surprised everyone with his first question. “What do you mean, ‘your lover’?”

He turned to Dorothea and blurted out, “Dorothea, do you even know Latham likes men?”

Dorothea opened her mouth, ready to step forward, but before she could even move, Latham shifted to block her view. He didn’t want his wife giving this jerk even a second of attention.

“How should I even explain what a lover is to you?” Latham’s tone was teasing, a playful smile curling his lips. “Maybe we should invite Jared to give you a quick lesson.”

“And by the way,” he added, “who told you I like men?”

He looked back at Albert, his eyes sparkling with that mischievous glint, his voice low and impossibly gentle. “I love my wife. I love her more than anything.”

Dorothea’s heart skipped wildly. Latham shot her a wink, then leaned in, closing the space between them. “Come on, babe, let’s give Albert a little proof.”

His striking features drew closer until he was just inches from her. Sunlight spilled down, wrapping the two of them in a soft, golden glow. In that moment, it felt like they were the real stars of this wedding.

Latham let go of her hand for just a second, only to slip his fingers around the back of her neck. His thumb found the spot just behind her ear, right where her pulse was racing. She could feel the heat of his touch through her hair, and then his lips—hot and urgent—captured hers.

Everyone was watching, but Latham kissed her like no one else existed. The kiss was deep, consuming, and left no doubt about his feelings. It wasn’t just a kiss, it was a declaration. Dorothea was his. She was his wife, his love. And Albert would never get to have her. Not ever.

Albert felt every drop of blood in his body surge to his head. His heart twisted painfully in his chest, the sting spreading through him until he barely knew what to do with himself. He’d been in denial for so long, refusing to believe Dorothea would ever cross those invisible lines to be with someone like Latham. Yet here she was, proving to everyone that she had chosen Latham, no questions asked.

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