Chapter 398

Natasha continued softly, “But what if it wasn’t you today, but someone else? Someone who defeated me so easily and pinned me down–what do you think would have happened to me then?”

Without waiting for Andrew’s response, she gave a bitter laugh. “I’ve walked the edge of destruction countless times to reach this position. Though I’ve always refused to trade my body for power, believing that true strength comes from within, a widow like me often doesn’t have many choices.”

“If you believe in that, then why are you so determined to give yourself to me?” Andrew asked.

Natasha wiped away her tears and gave him a tender look. “You really are clueless! When others desire my body, I want them gone, but with you, I’m willing because there’s only one reason – I genuinely care for you!”

Her eyes grew softer and more melancholic as she continued. “And now, seeing your true strength, I want to give myself to someone I truly submit to. It would make me happy to finally let down my guard with a man who has earned both my respect and can protect me.”

Andrew felt his face grow unusually warm. Natasha’s words had touched something in him, helping him understand her struggles and why she was so determined to win his affection.

“Don’t worry, I’ll protect you from now on; no one will dare bully you,” Andrew said with a smile, his respect for her growing.

Before, Natasha had always struck him as cunning and ruthless, the kind of woman you could never fully trust. But now, he had glimpsed a softer side of her. It turned out she was not just a cold, calculating leader–she was also someone with a deeply passionate and genuine nature.

Natasha scoffed. “I’ve heard too many empty promises from men over the years to believe them anymore. Darling, either accept me completely, or know that while you may control me on the surface, you won’t have my true loyalty.”

“You need to understand that relationships aren’t games,” Andrew said seriously. “Are you certain this is what you want?”

Natasha’s face flushed as she lowered her head shyly. “I’m certain I want you to take me right now. I can tell what kind of man you are, and I know I’ll never regret being with you!”

Andrew took a deep breath, realizing he had run out of ways to dissuade this widow. However, could he really accept her proposal?

“Don’t worry,” Natasha whispered, biting her lip. “I won’t cause you trouble. A man like you will surely meet countless women more beautiful, gentle, and accomplished than me. I’m not asking for exclusivity–I just want to be one of your women!”

Andrew found himself at a genuine loss, wondering if he should accept her. It was truly a difficult decision.