I still couldn't bring myself to speak. I didn't want to see him, the towering figure that attracted everyone's attention, be cautious around me.

I took a deep breath before nodding firmly. "Okay. Let's get married. Let's start a family and have a bunch of kids!"

He pulled me into a tight embrace. "Chlo, having you is what makes a home."

We both pledged never to be apart. As we left the office, I realized everyone else had already left for the day. Blushing, I smiled, and he laughed while holding me in his arms.

We planned to go home together, but my phone rang. It was Ivanna, who had been missing for days.

I hesitated for a moment before quickly answering.

"Where have you been?" I scolded.

"I've been holding the fort in Bourdamun for you," Ivanna said loudly. "But now I'm with Lauren. Why did you disappear after picking her up from the hospital?"

As Ivanna spoke, I felt a sense of panic. I had completely forgotten about the dinner plans with Lauren tonight.

I hurriedly said