Chapter 280

He wasn’t in a rush, but Curtis was practically on pins and needles.

With a smirk playing at the corners of his mouth, Curtis smoothly rose from his seat, gently coaxing everyone towards the exit.

Once outside, he signaled for Caleb to open the car door for their client, casually patting the man’s shoulder as he said, “You’re about to miss your flight.”

The client’s assistant, clearly not as observant, chuckled, “We’ve still got three hours before takeoff.”

Curtis, with his ever-persuasive demeanor, insisted, “Stonebridge Airport’s as big as a small city. You better head out now. Have a safe trip.”

And just like that, the client was ushered away, bewildered.

Turning back, Curtis mused, “Is there a grocery store nearby? Need to pick up some ingredients for chicken soup.”

Caleb, a bit awkwardly, showed him the message on his phone.

Curtis glanced at it briefly.

His initial concern was simply her being sick and alone, feeling miserable and helpless. After spending a day with her, he found himself wanting more days, then forever, wishing he could just stay and hold her close every day

It’s funny how quickly we want more the moment we get a taste.

Lifting his gaze from the cold text, Curtis swept a brooding look over Caleb.

Caleb, feeling the intensity, stammered, “Is something wrong, Mr. Richardson?”

or jealousy? Perhaps a

she blocked you yet?”

a loss for words.

one who had gotten

handle dinner on

her on video chat just as she

feeling any better?”

Leanne responded weakly.

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Chapter 280

the office today, so I might as well not go

video call, looking utterly drained,

babe,” Joy

offered, “Wanna

was incredulous, “Are

made some minty lemonade, swearing it’s a cure-all she found online,” Selina said. “Leanne, should I have our driver

at the cup beside her, “No need, I’ve got some here.”

Selina was impressed, “Cooking while you have a fever? You’re too

at a loss for words. Should she mention Curtis?

I’ll give it a shot next time.”

spoke, Leanne watched as her recently changed password failed to keep Curtis out-he walked

was like a repeat of the afternoon’s events.

she delirious? Was the afternoon a dream, or

you get in here?” she asked, bewildered.

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