âButâ¦â Nathan didnât want to let it go.
Cupping his face, she planted a good-night ki*s on his lips.
âGood night, Nate.
â
Reluctantly, he responded, âGood night.
â
âGo to sleep.
Iâll return to my room after youâve fallen asleep,â
Lucinda assured him.
âOkay.
â
Nathan then settled under the covers and closed his eyes to sleep.
Lucinda watched him for a while.
As he gradually drifted off, she turned off the light, closed the door, and went to her room.
Once she left, Nathanâs eyes slowly opened.
Calmly, he stared at the ceiling.
Lucinda wasnât a skilled liar.
She had failed to deceive him.
Based on her reaction tonight, he knew there was something else she was still hiding, and had refused to reveal to him.
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The more she avoided the topic, the more Nathan sensed that Kyson had asked for more than just his freedom.
Seeing Lucindaâs unwavering dedication to restore his health, he couldnât help but feel sorry for her.
Since she chose not to disclose it, he wouldnât press further.
He would investigate this matter on his own.
As his thoughts raced, the next roomâs door closed.
Though it was a subtle sound, it resonated through the quiet night.
Nathan promptly sat up, carefully shut the balcony door and windows, and then called Sonny.
Sonny had just managed to fall asleep when Nathanâs call interrupted him again.
Feeling a mix of annoyance and resignation, he answered, âSir, can you please tell me everything at once? Three calls in one night? This is seriously affecting my sleep!â
Nathanâs voice turned sharp as he said, âLooks like youâre not willing to do this job.
â
Sonny grew flustered.
âNo! Itâs an honor, sir! Iâll stay up all night, being at your service whenever you need me!â
Nathan remained silent for a moment and then said in a softer tone, âIâll give you extra pay for the overtime.
Head to the finance department tomorrow and claim your double compensation.
Donât go around saying Iâm a wicked boss.
â