"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."

*

was short, just about an hour away. Ben had barely checked into his hotel when there was a knock at

vintage wine for our guests to enjoy," the waiter announced

allowed him inside. A faint, unreadable smile

moment before forcing a smile. "We haven't had

press further and watched as the waiter left. He shut the

faint shuffling sounds

kicked in, and his eyes snapped open. Someone was already

on the light, catching the intruder off guard.

as he recognized

effect would kick in soon. With a swift movement, she let her silk robe slide off, revealing a low-cut camisole that clung to her

"Ben, I know you're uncomfortable. Let me help you." Ben's expression turned icy

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