My Wife is a Hacker by Summer

Nicole walked over to where Jared had parked his car.

Jared smiled affectionately and opened the door for her, saying, "Hop in." Once inside, Nicole sank into the seat with a deep sigh.

"Finally, a moment to relax." "You look worn out," Jared noted, concerned.

"I'm okay," she said, leaning against Jared.

It wasn't the work that was tiring, but rather the stress from dealing with Lawrence that had been weighing on her.

Now, in the quiet of the car, she felt a sense of relief.

Jared smiled gently, "Soon, you'll get to relax for real." He knew exactly what she was going through.

They just had to handle the situation with Lawrence, and then all this stress would be behind them.

Nicole nodded as she smiled back, feeling a bit more at ease.

eK Ellar took Patricia to a cozy restaurant.

calm music and charming decor made them feel comfortable right

Ellar suggested, guiding Patricia to

they ordered, Ellar turned to Patricia, "You've been

night out would help

much." Patricia let out a

call would have

you," Ellar said, looking a bit upset, "Plus, now that work's over

we should keep things between us

firmly disagreed, "No, we're together and shouldn't

His stance was clear; he saw no reason to hide their relationship, feeling insecure

smile, a mix of amusement and exasperation in her

Ellar gave a nervous laugh, scratching

making sure you're okay

Patricia said with a mock stern

the meal," Ellar agreed, cheerfully

meal talking and laughing,

a gentle