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."

*

Ben had barely checked into his hotel when there was a knock at the door. A waiter stood outside, holding a tray with two glasses of

complimentary treat for our anniversary celebration-premium vintage wine

gaze briefly assessing the man before he allowed him inside. A faint, unreadable smile appeared on his lips. "Anniversary celebration, huh? Why aren't there

forcing a smile. "We haven't had a chance to put them up yet. Please

the waiter left. He shut the door,

*

faint shuffling sounds

eyes snapped open.

light, catching the intruder off guard. The figure

furrowed as he recognized her.

her resolve hardening. She guessed the drug's effect would kick in soon. With a swift movement, she let her silk

arms around Ben, her voice low and sultry. "Ben, I know you're uncomfortable. Let me help you." Ben's expression turned icy as he

are you trying to do,

Ben! I love you. Don't leave me!" Summer clung to him desperately, trying to press herself closer. Ben's

the table and saw the untouched glass of wine still sitting there. Realization dawned on

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