Brianâs gaze lingered on her chest, his eyes fixed.
Was it his imagination, or had her breasts gotten fuller? The sight ignited a primal urge within him.
His Adamâs apple bobbed.
Finishing with her hair, he pulled her into a deep kiss.
Rosalynn laughed, playfully dodging him for a moment before meeting his gaze.
âWhat do you think Sanford and Maggie are up to?â she asked.
Brianâs eyes narrowed.
âHoney, what do you think a man and woman alone together might be doing? Absence makes the heart grow fonder, after all.
They must be busy now.
â
Rosalynn found his predatory expression amusing.
âHoney, need a mirror to confirm youâre looking a little neglected right now?â
Brian chuckled, scooping her up and placing her on the bed.
âIf I am, whoâs to blame?â
âDonât act like itâs my fault,â Rosalynn countered smugly.
âYouâre the one who got me pregnant.
â
Brian closed his eyes briefly, inhaling her scent near her neck.
He followed with a gentle bite, earning a playful hum and a light slap from Rosalynn.
She said softly, âGo back to your room and sleep.
â
Brian was about to respond when his phone rang.
Edwin, the assistant, made the call.
Brian picked up and said, âWhatâs up?â
âMr.
Hughes, we have a problem.
Several workers at Skyline Garment Works have assaulted the general manager and a department manager.
â
Edwin explained.
Brian frowned.
âWhy did they do that?â
Skyline Garment Works operated under Hughes Group.
The company had been integrating resources recently.
âJust a few days ago, we laid off some employees.
Those causing trouble are likely upset about it.
Now, reporters have shown up too.
â
Reporters too? Brian narrowed his eyes.
âUnderstood.
Iâm on my way.
â
Rosalynn sat up, concerned.
âWhatâs happening?â
âNothing serious.
Just a small issue at one of the subsidiaries.
Go back to sleep.
Iâll be back soon.
â Brian kissed her forehead and spoke gently.
âBe careful,â Rosalynn warned him.
âI will.
â Brian gathered his keys and left.
After he left, Rosalynn felt a void within.
She tossed and turned, unable to find sleep.
After a long while, her phone rang.