Chapter 69

"Mmm."

With that, he hung up the phone.

Since he was the expert in lighting adjustments, someone who could affect the amusement park project, I couldn't afford to offend him.

I quickly wrapped a jacket over my pajamas and went to knock on his door. Hayden opened it, his gaze falling on my still-wet hair, and his Adam's apple bobbed slightly.

"Does it still hurt?" he asked.

I was momentarily confused. "Huh?"

His eyes shifted down to my waist, and I understood.

For some reason, my heart skipped a beat. "Oh, it's fine."

"Wait a sec," he said before turning away, leaving me standing at the door.

Looking into his room, I noticed his laptop on the table. It seemed he'd jumped straight into work after getting back while I was in the shower.

'Not bad. His dedication is impressive.'

Hayden came back, his tall frame filling the doorway. I glanced at him. He was still in the same clothes, but now his T-shirt was tucked into his pants, making his legs look even longer.

He looked like h