"I still have something to take care of tonight, just a quick trip. I'll be back early tomorrow morning," Ben explained.

"Almost married, and you're still such a workaholic?" Mrs. Lucas sighed.

Ben glanced at Jamie. "The client in T City insisted on a meeting. It's been scheduled for a while, and I can't cancel."

Jamie smiled gracefully. "Go ahead then. The sooner you leave, the sooner you'll be back. Just be careful."

"Gonna miss me?" Ben teased, a playful glint in his eyes.

"Stop it. Of course not," Jamie replied, tugging at the corner of her mouth in exasperation.

As she walked him out, Ben looked around to make sure no one was watching before leaning down to press a quick kiss to her forehead. "Wait for me."

Jamie shook her head, amused, and nodded lightly. "Alright."

*

into his hotel when there was a knock at the door. A waiter stood

wine for our guests to enjoy," the waiter announced

sharp gaze briefly assessing the man before he allowed him inside. A faint, unreadable smile appeared on his lips. "Anniversary celebration, huh? Why aren't there any

hesitated for a moment before forcing a smile. "We

didn't press further and watched as the waiter left. He shut the door, placed the tray

faint shuffling

and his eyes snapped open. Someone was already entering the

catching the intruder off

as he recognized her.

her resolve hardening. She guessed the drug's effect would kick in soon. With a swift movement, she let her silk robe slide off, revealing a low-cut camisole

her arms around Ben, her voice low and sultry. "Ben, I know you're uncomfortable.

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