Chapter 1649

"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."

*

barely checked into his hotel when there was a knock at

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

his sharp gaze briefly assessing the man before he allowed him inside. A faint, unreadable

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

the door,

*

middle of the night, faint shuffling sounds

in, and his eyes snapped open. Someone was

catching the intruder

furrowed as he

eyes briefly, her resolve hardening. She guessed the drug's effect would kick in soon. With a swift movement, she let her silk robe slide off, revealing a low-cut camisole that clung to

low and sultry. "Ben, I know you're uncomfortable. Let me help you." Ben's expression turned icy as he grabbed her wrist and pulled

you trying

trying to press herself closer. Ben's grip tightened as he shoved her away, his voice cold and sharp. "How did

wine still sitting there. Realization dawned on her

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