Nicholas wrapped his arms tightly around Tessa as if he wanted to merge with her. When Tessa was pregnant, unwell, and unable to walk, he only wanted her to be safe and sound.
Even though she was not back to full health yet, there were some other things they were allowed to do. Thus, Nicholas did not want to hold back any longer after having restrained himself for so long.
The air in the room grew hotter and steamier. Tessa limply leaned against Nicholas. She did not know how much time had passed before he finally let go of her with a harsh pant.
His throat bobbed up and down as he stared down at his sensual wife. He immediately picked her up and carried her to the bed.
Her cheeks were burning bright red by the time she was placed on the bed. As she watched him lean down, she knew what was about to happen next.
His hoarse voice whispered into her ear, “Can I?”
She knew what he was asking about and nodded. The next thing she knew, kisses were raining down on her skin. Despite her embarrassment, Tessa still surged up to meet his lips.
The night was destined to be filled with passion. It might be due to how long he had suppressed the urge, but Nicholas could not resist wanting her right after their first round tonight.
In spite of how brightly his passion burned, his behavior would be considered quite restrained..
She was still recovering, after all. He was holding back, worried she might not be able to handle it. Otherwise, he would never have let the night end so early.
“How do you feel?”
With his arms wrapped around her, Nicholas gently asked to make sure Tessa was still well. By then, she was so exhausted that she could no longer keep her eyes open. She drowsily nodded without thought.
He looked down at her with love and joy shimmering in his eyes. He then carried her into the bathroom to be cleaned. When they walked out, Tessa was already falling asleep in his arms..
She did not wake up, even when Gordon woke up crying for milk. It was Nicholas who had to feed him. It was clear to see just how exhausted she was from their exercise.
The next morning, Tessa still had to wake up early as she had physical therapy sessions. There were so many moments that morning when she wanted to stop and just laze around.
However, for the sake of shortening her recovery period, she gritted her teeth and pushed through. Half an hour later, she was done with her routine and beside herself with exhaustion.
The nurse watching swiftly walked over to help her up. “Let me help you back to your room, Madam.”
Tessa did not refuse her help and allowed the nurse to help. After Tessa returned to her room, she told the nurse, “I’ll be resting for a while. Please make sure everyone keeps away in the meantime.”
The nurse nodded. Tessa soon fell asleep in a nap. Meanwhile in the President’s Office at the Sawyer Group.
Nicholas was conveying an order to Edward. “Go to Finance later and tell them to transfer 150 million to me. I’ll need it in a few days.”
“150 million?” Edward was shocked by the amount.
Since Nicholas never planned on keeping the project a secret from his closest confidante, he explained, “Tessa’s brother invented a multifunctional smartwatch. Its potential is great, and the technology developed is far ahead of anything currently on the market. It is our chance to further solidify our place in the electronics sector.”
“Understood. I will notify Finance right away.”
Edward’s eyes sparkled with trust in Nicholas.
However, Nicholas immediately called him back and said, “Have someone keep an eye out at the lobby in the next few days. When Timothy comes, there’s no need to tell me. Have him be brought straight up.”
“Yes.” Edward nodded and walked away. Timothy did not know anything about the conversation happening in the Sawyer Group office though.
He was busy going through his paperwork at his desk while finishing up the project proposal with the planning department. Just then, Sabrina walked in with a dark look on her face.
“Mr. Reinhart, Mr. Quinn from Prospera Group is here to see you.” “Prospera?” Timothy was surprised by the name.
Prospera Group was considered one of the top companies in the country. More importantly, they had always been Sawyer Group’s competitor.
Sabrina nodded. “Would you like to meet with him, Mr. Reinhart?” She knew as well about the competition between Prospera Group and Sawyer Group.
