Xander got into the car, started the engine, and eagerly drove toward the airport.

But this time, Grace stood him up.

As Xander snapped back to reality, he looked at Grace, who was already fast asleep, and silently celebrated. Fortunately, after all the twists and turns, she had returned to his side. Leaning down, he pecked her forehead. "Goodnight, Gracie."

He stood up and left the bedroom. As the door closed, Grace slowly opened her eyes.

Her forehead still carried the warmth of his kiss.

Grace gazed at the ceiling, her thoughts a jumbled mess. She gradually recalled memories that had been long forgotten, and scenes from the past became clear in her mind.

The next day, warm sunlight poured in through the window, illuminating the room.

Yet Grace was still in dreamland. She had tossed and turned all night yesterday and had only fallen asleep at dawn.

soft knock came from the

voice. She

her surroundings, she belatedly realized

Xander,

Grace spoke, she quickly got out of bed to freshen up. But when she

for her

decision to stay here after having a few drinks last night. What was

"I had my assistant bring over two sets of fresh clothes. They're outside the door. Take them yourself. I'll be downstairs." At

mind, she marveled,

placed at the doorway. Grace took them into the room and discovered that all the clothes were her size. Without thinking too much, she chose an outfit she liked and changed into it. By the time

his eyes. "That outfit suits you well. It

felt a bit awkward today. She responded hesitantly, "Oh...

nor denied it. He simply asked, "Will you be very busy

be fine. We missed out on the Eastwood project, and the directors have been moody lately. As you saw yesterday, they're probably criticizing me behind my back. "The collaboration with Byte is

her. "The issues with the Eastwood project will surface soon. When that happens, the directors will surely thank you for not getting involved in that

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