Chapter 519 Staying Here With You

No wonder Dylan had dumped him with farmers without a second thought. Chandler’s very existence was a reminder of Dylan’s shameful past.

And Chandler’s mother had been equally heartless. She abandoned a newborn baby! Her departure had left Chandler in such a tough spot—unwelcome in the Aniston family and subjected to mockery.

Meryl’s eyes filled with sympathy as she looked at Chandler, but he remained unfazed. For years, he’d been pushed to the sidelines of the Aniston family. Dylan only brought him back when the family needed something from him.

Chandler had long since made peace with their calculating nature. Family meant little to him now. Having grown up away from the Aniston household, he felt no real connection to Dylan either.

Chandler pulled Meryl into his arms. “Meryl, stop looking at me with those pitying eyes.”

Chapter 519 Staying Here With You

Chandler’s eyes shone with sincerity.

Unable to resist, he cupped Meryl’s face in his hands and kissed her deeply. The temperature in the car skyrocketed as Chandler’s kiss grew more passionate yet restrained.

Meryl blushed, aware of the driver in the front seat, while they kissed like they were the only people in the world. If there had been a mirror nearby, she would have seen herself flushed from Chandler’s kisses, her eyes glazed with desire. She looked just like a rosebud ready to bloom.

Chandler cradled the back of her head, holding her close as he savored her sweetness. Meryl’s soft pink lips parted slightly as she caught her breath.

“I really don’t want to let you go to the orchestra,” he murmured.

Chandler buried his face in Meryl’s neck, his fingers gently caressing the tender skin near her ear. His hot breath tickled her skin, making her squirm as her heartbeat grew erratic.

“Stay with me instead. I want to see you every day.”

“But I already promised Mr. Herty,” Meryl said.

Chapter 519 Staying Here With You

She straightened her clothes and pushed against Chandler’s chest, extracting herself from his embrace. “A promise is a promise, and besides, this is about my personal growth.”

Meryl had other thoughts on her mind. Chandler could be part of her life but not her entire world. Recent events have made her realize that women need their passions and careers.

Only by becoming more independent could she be a better role model for the baby growing inside her.

A hint of worry crossed Chandler’s face. “Promise you’ll call me every day, and I’ll come visit whenever I can,” he urged.

Meryl agreed.

When they arrived at the orchestra, Meryl didn’t want to make a big splash on her first day, so she asked Chandler to park outside rather than drive in.

Chandler offered to help her to the dorm, concerned about her managing the cello and suitcase while pregnant.

Meryl accepted his help. She collected the keys from the dorm manager first. Harvey had already sorted everything out, so the process went smoothly.

They entered the room and Chandler set down the luggage and cello. In one swift motion, he turned and pinned Meryl against the door.

“Chapter 519 Staying Here With You sometimes?” he asked softly.