[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-evil-mc-s-ntr-harem":3,"chapter-evil-mc-s-ntr-harem-evil-mc-s-ntr-harem-chapter-861":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Evil MC's NTR Harem",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1832360,2438,"Chapter 861 Glue","evil-mc-s-ntr-harem-chapter-861",861,"\u003Cp>Lois watched from the sidelines as her family buzzed with excitement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Relatives gossiped and whispered about the celebrity bride and groom, while planners coordinated schedules and décor with meticulous precision.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet amid all the pomp and extravagance, Lois felt a lingering sense of unease.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She could see how happy Laura was, and that happiness made it all the harder for Lois to argue or intervene.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Days melted into weeks as rehearsal dinners, fittings, and tastings consumed every waking moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lois found herself navigating a strange mixture of admiration and dread: admiration for the flawless execution of the preparations, dread for the impending reality of seeing her sister wed to a man who, despite appearances, had such a commanding hold over her family and life.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ultimately, Lois had no choice but to accept the inevitable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She straightened her shoulders, squared her jaw, and decided to focus on what she could control: supporting her sister in the ways that mattered, quietly observing Ross, and remaining vigilant for any sign that might indicate a problem.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The bitter truth was undeniable, but as the wedding day loomed closer, Lois knew she had to navigate the coming storm with both grace and caution.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Little did Lois know, she couldn’t guard her family all the time—especially not her mother.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You’re here, Ross. Everybody’s gone to see the reception hall for the wedding. They all left,\" Kate said, a hint of curiosity in her voice as she glanced around the empty living room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ah, that’s fine, Kate. I’ll just wait for them here,\" Ross replied smoothly, his voice calm and measured.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet even as he spoke, his eyes discreetly roamed over his fiancée’s mother.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kate had aged gracefully; her figure was elegant, her posture perfect, and her youthful beauty could easily allow her to pass as Laura’s sister.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was a magnetic allure in the way she carried herself, a mature charm that subtly drew attention without effort.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ross felt the familiar pull of desire, but he masked it expertly, keeping his gaze focused on her eyes and his expression one of a polite, attentive fiancé.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So... how’s everything going, Ross? You’ve been so busy with the upcoming wedding. How about your business and career?\" Kate began, speaking casually but with a trace of amusement in her tone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had always been perceptive, and Ross knew that, yet he remained composed, nodding and responding with the perfect measure of charm and consideration.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He took a slow step closer, subtly closing the distance without appearing intrusive. \"Everything is going well, Kate. There’s a lot to organize, but Laura and I are handling it. I want everything to be perfect for her,\" Ross said, his smile warm and reassuring.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Despite the polite tone, a silent game was unfolding in his mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He observed her posture, her expressions, the slight tilt of her head, all the little details that made her human—and irresistibly attractive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kate laughed softly, a sound that filled the quiet room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You always were meticulous, Ross. I can see why Laura fell for you. I just hope she remembers to take care of herself in all this chaos.\" She glanced around, then at Ross again, unaware of the sharp awareness in his gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ross inclined his head, listening intently. \"Of course, Kate. I always make sure everyone I care about is safe and happy. That includes you,\" he said smoothly, each word chosen carefully, the charm in his tone undeniable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He kept his composure, but internally he acknowledged the challenge ahead: a woman like Kate wasn’t easily swayed, yet her presence here—alone with him—offered possibilities he intended to explore in subtle ways.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kate’s eyes lingered on him for a moment, thoughtful. \"Well, I suppose it’s nice to have a quiet moment for once, away from all the chaos. It gives us time to... relax for a bit.\" Her tone was innocent, but there was a tension beneath it that Ross sensed immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He responded with an easy smile. \"I agree. It’s rare to find these moments nowadays. Let’s make the most of it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The air between them held a subtle electricity, a quiet game of glances and words, each measured and deliberate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though Ross maintained the appearance of a devoted fiancé, his mind was already calculating, anticipating, and savoring the delicate dance that he had been anticipating for some time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thirty minutes into their conversation, Kate’s posture shifted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She tilted her head slightly and began rubbing the back of her neck with a weary sigh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What’s wrong?\" Ross asked, his voice laced with genuine concern as his sharp eyes caught the small gesture.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s nothing, really. Just one of my headaches. I get them sometimes,\" Kate replied softly, still kneading the tension in her muscles, her fingers pressing into the tight spots that refused to relax.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ross leaned forward, his expression thoughtful for a moment before a playful grin tugged at his lips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I see... Well, sounds like it’s my time to shine. I give massages so good they’ll make you forget what pain even feels like. Headaches? Gone. Stress? Obliterated. Come here.\" He patted the wide, cushioned sofa beside him with exaggerated confidence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kate chuckled, shaking her head. \"Oh no, Ross, that’s not necessary. It’ll pass soon—I’ll just take a pill and let it fade on its own.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ross raised an eyebrow, his grin never faltering. \"Nope. I insist. Pills are overrated. Trust me on this—my hands are magic.\" He stood up before she could protest again, closing the short distance between them with calm assurance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ross—\" Kate began, but her words trailed off as he gently took her hand, his touch warm and firm without being overbearing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Relax. Just let me help,\" he said in a low, soothing tone that left little room for argument.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A minute later, Kate was settled on the plush sofa, leaning slightly forward while Ross stood behind her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His hands hovered briefly over her shoulders before making contact.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The first touch was gentle—testing, almost hesitant—then his thumbs pressed into the tense muscles at the base of her neck, working in slow, deliberate circles.\u003C\u002Fp>",1013,"2026-06-09T06:19:01.898Z",1,"novelbin.me","5eb60fe298a468a6069a59d3941fd8b217617e8810139b3f35e1cc6cf384e787","evil-mc-s-ntr-harem-chapter-862","evil-mc-s-ntr-harem-chapter-860",1212,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fevil-mc-s-ntr-harem-cover.jpg"]