Chapter 25. Duties as a Wife

After midnight, Melvin left Renata's apartment. His lover actually asked him to stay until morning, but Melvin said that he had to go back to work early tomorrow morning.

"Honey, I still miss you. What's the hurry?" asked Renata sullenly. Her body, which was only wrapped in a thin towel, hugged Melvin from behind. Both hands were wrapped around Melvin's waist as if he didn't want to let go.

"Don't worry, babe. I'll be here again tomorrow. I don't want to rush, I have an early meeting tomorrow morning. If I stay here tomorrow I'll be late."

Melvin's reasoning was acceptable to Renata. When it comes to work, she certainly can't fight it. Melvin's job and wealth were of course the main reasons why Renata wanted to get him.

"Promise, come here again tomorrow. I always miss you and it feels lonely when you're not here," said Renata while loosening her embrace. Melvin turned a