Richest Mogul

Chapter 1557

Joe said, "Where are you? I just finished here. I'll come pick you up." His voice carried a trace of exhaustion.

He had been at a business dinner earlier-something he never particularly enjoyed. Even over the phone, Skylar could sense his weariness.

Skylar glanced at Natalie, who smiled and said in a low voice, "You've been married for years, and Joe still chases after you like this. Well, I don't care. Normally, you can prioritize your husband over your friends, but not tonight! It's my birthday, and you're not leaving me alone."

After Natalie's playful threats, Skylar laughed and replied to Joe, "You sound tired. Why don't you get Paul to take you home? Natalie and I are just out walking. I'll drop her off and head back afterward."

Joe paused for a few seconds before responding with a quiet "Okay".

Natalie watched the exchange, then sighed wistfully. She said sincerely, "Your relationship is enviable."

She meant it. She would be overjoyed if her relationship with Austin remained this good after marriage.

A few years ago, Natalie had believed that love was eternal. But recently, she had come to realize that even without infidelity, love could fade over time in a marriage.

The thought made her apprehensive about marrying Austin. But now, with a baby on the way, her maternal instincts had taken over.

fear something that hasn't even

pouring relentlessly since morning. Many streets were flooded, making it difficult to drive

had already booked nearby hotels, choosing to stay the night rather than

exasperation. "This rain isn't just heavy; it's like the sky is leaking.

"Thankfully, we've got an

lot here. Still,

tonight, but I'd rather book a hotel. He'll use any alone

Skylar asked as she

lamented that their cars were submerged in water and that

called her earlier and insisted she stay in a hotel for the night. He had already had Paul

from a business trip. However, with the severe weather,

shook his head with a

hasn't been doing too

lately, but the checkup didn't show anything major. The doctor just told him to avoid overexerting

to retire and relax at home, but he says he'd be bored to death. So now he's coming to work instead. He's more stubborn than I am-doesn't listen

"Can you take this amulet and pass it to him for me later?" she said, handing it

weather. For the past couple of days, she had felt an inexplicable sense of unease,