It took him an entire morning to finally appease his boss.
The days of peace always flew by too swiftly…
A few days later, it was the day Melody’s birthday party was scheduled to be held.
Lucinda frowned as she helped Nathan with his tie.
“It’s getting colder, and besides, I don’t want you attending the Hernandez family’s party.”
Nathan took hold of her hand and said, “It’s more than just a party so I have to go.”
Even if she wanted to kill someone, he would assist her.
If she desired to teach the Hernandez family a lesson, he would help her make things even worse for them.
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Lucinda said nothing. Her face was grim and she was clearly still very worried about Nathan.
Nathan went on, “I’ve been cooped up at home for over two weeks now.
If I stay indoors any longer, people will start getting suspicious.”
“Fine,” Lucinda finally relented.
“But remember, no wine for you at the party. Stick to juice. And if I see you have wine, you’ll be in serious trouble!”
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She snorted and stared at him fiercely.
She resembled a wildcat, unsheathing its sharp claws and trying to appear intimidating. But he found it quite endearing. It only made her more adorable in his eyes.
Nathan ran his slender fingers through her soft hair, gently tilted her head back, and leaned in to ki*s her.
After a lingering ki*s, he grinned and remarked, “No juice or wine could ever be as sweet as you.”
Lucinda helped him put on his mask, gave him a gentle push and pouted.
“You’re such a smooth talker.”
Both of them strolled out of the house leisurely, and made their way to the Hernandez family’s villa.
The birthday party commenced at seven in the evening.
Lucinda and Nathan got to the Hernandez residence thirty minutes early.
When they got there, the number of guests was still relatively sparse.
When Melody caught sight of them, hand in hand, she rolled her eye.