She rested against his chest, savoring his care.
He had always been skilled at giving massages.
After a few minutes, she noticed that her headache had eased.
She snapped back to reality and suddenly recollected something.
âHoney, why canât I recall how I got back last night?â
She couldnât recall anything about the previous night, yet she hadnât drunk anything.
Why couldnât she remember?
When Lucinda expressed her doubts, Nathan was calm.
He had already thought of a way to explain things.
He told her, âLast night, you were so exhausted that you fell asleep in the office restroom.
I came to Simmons Group and scooped you up to bring you back.
â
Lucinda showed a hint of surprise.
âWait, did I just sleep all the way till now?â
Nathan playfully tapped Lucindaâs nose.
âYes, you, my Little sleepyhead, slept for over ten hours.
â
Lucinda realized why she had a headache.
She had slept so long that it made her feel dizzy.
She joined the laughter and remarked, âWell then, maybe I should head to Simmons Group and get some extra steps in.
After such a long sleep, itâs strange that Iâm not feeling hungry at all.
â
Nathan couldnât convince Lucinda to stay, so he chose not to push it.
âIf you ever feel uneasy, donât hesitate to give me a call.
Wrap up work half an hour ahead tonight.
Iâve got a plan for a special meal, our first romantic dinner back home.
Just us two.
Iâll swing by to pick you up then.
â
âOkay!â Lucinda agreed without much thought, not catching the emphasis on âjust us two.
*
As her headache gradually subsided, she regained some energy, enabling her to slowly rise from the bed and freshen up.
After Lucinda gently splashed her face with water and applied makeup, her composure slowly returned.
The pain wasnât as intense anymore.
Nathan perched on the edge of the bed, quietly observing Lucindaâs condition.
âWeâve got some time.
Iâve prepared porridge.
How about you have a meal before you leave?â
Lucinda declined with a shake of her head.
âI donât have an appetite right now, and thereâs a weird taste in my mouth.
I suppose I might get hungry later if I move around a bit.
Iâll grab something to eat outside.
â
Nathan offered, âThen I will drive you to work.
â
He stood, gently clasped Lucindaâs hand, their fingers intertwining, and he led Lucinda out without further delay.
Observing his eagerness to be her driver, Lucinda didnât object.
She allowed him to lead the way.
In the afternoon, Lucinda had successfully signed the deal with the DoWeier Groupâs project leader.
âMiss Simmons, hereâs to a great partnership,â the leader said.
Lucinda offered her hand and greeted the leader with a warm handshake.