The Billionaire's Secret Quartet

Chapter 694

The ringing of the phone also caught Thalassa’s attention.

It was a tone she was familiar with, her own ringtone. Her phone was on the bedside table, within arm’s reach. Temporarily letting go of her children, she picked it up and saw her boss, Ethan’s name on the screen.

She swiped to answer.

Before Thalassa could even offer him a greeting, Ethan’s voice filled the room. “Thalassa, just stay home and rest. Don’t worry about coming to work until you’re fully recovered.”

Thalassa was taken aback. How did Ethan know she was hurt?

She had taken a day off yesterday, but she hadn’t informed Ethan about her injury.

There was only one person who could have informed Ethan, resulting in such a considerate response from him: Lysander.

Without thinking, Thalassa glanced over at Lysander. However, his deep gaze was already on her.

Their eyes met, and Thalassa’s breath hitched, causing her heartbeat to flutter like a plucked string on a guitar.

Lysander’s gaze was as intense and unfathomable as the man himself. It was not something she could comfortably meet head-on.

continued her conversation with Ethan. “I understand, Mr. Ethan. I will rest and try to get back to work as soon

a work-related injury, so you’re entitled to paid leave. So, don’t rush.” The concern in Ethan’s voice was evident.

of other people’s kindness. She had injured herself while hiking on her day off. How could that be considered a work-related injury?

injury? You should still deduct my salary for the

employment period is considered work-related. I need to head into a meeting now, so take care. Goodbye.” With that brief explanation, Ethan hurriedly

left a bit

of a work-related

been misunderstanding

leading the children by hand. His tone was stern, but not angry.

downstairs with Mommy.” Sophia refused to let go. Her tiny hand relentlessly

can’t move around easily. Someone will bring her breakfast.” Lysander tried to reassure

hand, but as she left, she cast a worried

that she would be hungry. That was why she wanted to go downstairs with

angels were so

children and Lysander had left the room, Thalassa sat alone on the bed, annoyed

so

could do was sit there, feeling utterly