Chapter 135. The Growth Unleashed

Athena

“Is it necessary for you to go today?” I asked, gazing at Sebastian as he prepared for some mundane task he seemed indifferent to sharing with me. “Can’t you stay?” I remained seated in the middle of the bed, wrapped in the cozy embrace of the blanket, probably looking like a burrito, longing for the warmth of his arms.

God, it would be so much better if he agreed that we should cuddle rather he was getting ready for an unknown agenda. I was pretty sure it had to be some stupid work in his office.

It was evident that he had become a workaholic, often toiling away late into the night.

“I’ll be back before you know it, Love,” he chuckled, stealing a glance at me through the mirror. “In the meantime, you could read a book or call Sarah or Shelly. I’m confident I’ll find the information I need within an hour.”

“What is it, huh? What could possibly be more important than me right now?” I snapped, my frustration seeping into my voice, almost gla