Reborn Young Miss: Phoenix Burning Red-Chapter 274: I Don’t Want to Leave You (2)
As they chatted and caught up with each other, Adrienne realized that being a part of the Lennox family was more than just being married to Lennox. It was about being a part of a loving and supportive family that welcomed her with open arms. She knew that she had found a new home with them.
Adrienne spent time with Lennox’s siblings as the day went on and enjoyed their company. They shared stories, laughed, and made new memories together. As the night drew to a close, Adrienne felt content and happy. She knew that her life had changed for the better since meeting Lennox and his family, something she never thought was possible the moment she was reborn.
After a delicious dinner, they all gathered in the living room to watch a movie. Noah sat beside Adrienne, his head resting on her shoulder as he watched the film. Scarlett sat on the other side of her, and Samantha was in front of them, leaning against the couch with a bowl of popcorn in her lap. Lennox sat beside her, his arm draped around her shoulders.
Lennox glanced at his wife and noticed how happy she was. He’d already expected that with his siblings’ arrival, he would have to compete with them for her attention. However, seeing how happy she was with his brothers and sisters, he couldn’t help but feel a sense of relief and gratitude. It warmed his heart to see the bond forming between Adrienne and his family, knowing that they were all embracing her as one of their own.
As the movie played on, Lennox realized that Adrienne was good with children. He had no doubt she would be a wonderful mother someday. A son or a daughter was fine with him as long as they could experience the same love and joy he witnessed between Adrienne and his family. He imagined them all gathered around a dinner table, sharing laughter and creating memories that would last a lifetime.
However, Lennox sighed inwardly. That could only be possible if Adrienne wouldn’t divorce him after two years of marriage. He didn’t want to keep her by his side out of obligation. He wanted her to be happy and fulfilled, even if it meant letting her go. But deep down, he couldn’t help but hope that his love was enough for her to change her mind and that they would indeed build a beautiful family together.
Adrienne felt Lennox’s gaze on her and turned to him, noticing the slight furrow in his brow. She could sense that he was deep in thought and wondered what was going through his mind.
As the movie ended, Lennox stood up and stretched his arms. He looked at Adrienne and smiled, feeling grateful for having her by his side. "It’s getting late. We should all get some rest," he said, his voice filled with warmth.
Adrienne nodded in agreement and stood up, stretching her legs. She felt the need to move around after sitting for so long. She noticed Noah was already asleep, his head still resting on her shoulder. Lennox lifted him carefully and carried him to his room, tucking him in bed and kissing his forehead before returning to his room with Adrienne.
As they lay in bed together, Lennox wrapped his arms around her, holding her close. Adrienne could feel his steady heartbeat against her back and couldn’t help but feel content. She knew he loved her and would do anything to make her happy.
She wondered if Lennox was content with what they had at the moment. Not only did their contract marriage stand, but they also signed a prenuptial agreement before marriage. Considering their situation, Adrienne knew it was a sensible decision, but it still made her wonder. She wished they didn’t have to think about all the legalities and focus on building their relationship. But she knew that it was easier said than done.
"Len," she whispered, turning around to face him.
"Yes?" He looked at her, his eyes filled with affection.
"Do you ever regret our marriage? The contract and the prenup?" She asked, her voice barely above a whisper.
Lennox’s expression turned serious as he considered her question. He took a deep breath before answering. "Adrienne, I won’t lie and say I don’t have any regrets. But marrying you was the best decision I’ve ever made. I may have bound you with our contract, but I don’t want to keep you tied down if you’re unhappy. If at any point you want to leave, I won’t stand in your way. But I hope you know I love you and will do anything to make you happy."
"You don’t want to divorce?"
"No, I don’t," Lennox replied, his eyes locked with hers. "But I don’t want to keep you trapped in a loveless marriage. I’m not the kind of person who would want to be with someone who doesn’t want me. I want you to be free to make your own choices. I want you to be happy, even if it means we must go our separate ways."
Adrienne’s heart ached as she listened to Lennox’s words. She knew that he was willing to let her go if it meant she could be happy. But she didn’t want to leave him, not when she loved him so much. She leaned in and kissed him again, pouring all her love and passion into the kiss.
"I want to make this work, Addie. I want to build a life with you, and I want us to be happy together. Won’t you stay with me? Don’t you think I’m a wonderful husband?" Lennox said once they parted. He tried to lighten up the mood, sensing his wife’s distress.
"I don’t want to leave you, Len," she whispered, her voice barely above a whisper.
Adrienne knew that leaving Lennox would hurt him and everyone close to them. It was also impossible for her to let him go now that she knew what it feels like to be loved and cherished by him. He didn’t want him to look and give his affections to another woman. She wanted him all to herself if possible.
Adrienne laughed inwardly, thinking that Lennox had made her a greedy person. This man loved her, but wasn’t obssessed enough to trap her against her will. He loved her enough that Lennox would rather endure the pain of their separation than seeing her crumble and lose herself in the process by being with him.
Lennox’s face lit up with a smile as he heard her words. He pulled her into his embrace, holding her close.
"I’ll make sure you don’t regret being with me, Addie. Only you could be my wife. There would be no others but you."
Adrienne knew that Lennox meant every word he said. She felt grateful for having him and promised to love him with everything in her rotten heart.
When Adrienne thought about how miserable she was in her past life, she couldn’t help but wonder if Lennox was as sad as she had been. Lennox had been ill for a long time before the news of his passing reached him. The thought of him being alone and sick made Adrienne feel a pang of sadness deep in her heart. She wanted to make sure he never felt alone or unloved again.
