Chapter 119

“So, he’s been placed on administrative leave until the investigation is concluded?”

“Yup.”

“How did he take it?” Marie asked, as she shook out a gray halter neck top from her duffel bag and hung it in the wardrobe. Steven was sprawled on the bed across from her as he watched her unpack.

“Not very well. He kept saying I was making a mistake and that his reasons for looking for another job had nothing to do with the leaks.”

“The sooner Cadence uncovers the truth, the better so we can put this whole nightmarish episode behind us because I’m so sure…”

“Babe, we’re supposed to be getting away from work and every other stressful thing in our lives. We’re supposed to be focusing on how much we love each other.” He said, tugging on her arm as he pulled her to the bed.

“How’s therapy been?” He murmured as she leaned against him

“Are you asking for genuine reasons?” She teased.

“Yes.” He said, trailing her neck with kisses before whispering,

“And no. Or maybe both?” She laughed as his lips ti