Dumped My Cheating Ex. Now I'm Sleeping Next to a Billionaire CEO novel Chapter 1644

James was momentarily stunned by her groggy words before he realized she had misunderstood his intentions. A helpless, entirely fond smile spread across his eyes. He lowered his head, pulling her closer into his embrace, and pressed a soft kiss to her forehead.

"Alright, I won't bother you," he whispered right by her ear, his deep voice thick with restrained affection. "We will wait until your recovery month is over and your body is fully healed. Then... you can make it up to me properly."

Emmy was far too exhausted to catch the suggestive undertone in his words. She mumbled a vague reply, expertly snuggled deeper into his arms to find a comfortable spot, and drifted peacefully back to sleep.

At noon the next day, the late autumn sun streamed through the floor-to-ceiling windows of the care center, casting a warm glow across the floor. After lunch, James changed into a sharply tailored, high-end black suit. The internal power struggle within Nelson Corporation had reached its most critical boiling point, and the situation required immediate action. This would be the first time he left Emmy's side to personally handle the mess since she had given birth to Manny.

Looking at the tall, imposing man before her, Emmy knew exactly how heavy the burden on his shoulders was. She walked up to him and took the dark gray, subtly patterned tie from his hands. James naturally bowed his head a little to accommodate her height. Her slender fingers moved deftly around the silk, tying a perfect knot.

"The wind is strong outside, and the situation is chaotic. Please be careful," she instructed earnestly, smoothing out his collar and looking up into his eyes. "Finish up early. I'll wait for you to have dinner together."

Staring at his soft, gentle wife, James's eyes flooded with tenderness. Unable to resist, he cupped her cheeks and leaned down to plant a light kiss on her lips. It was a kiss devoid of lust, filled instead with pure comfort and reassurance.

"Don't worry," he murmured, his thumb lightly brushing against her cheek. "Be good and wait for me at home. Call Keaton if you need anything."

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