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He remembered that she had said these two words to him the night she had wept and panted beneath him.

"Boss, what's wrong?"

Zayn suddenly stood still. Gael, who was following him, asked.

Zayn came back to his senses and coughed softly, pressing his fist to his lips. Then he answered calmly, "Nothing"

Glancing at Bethany, who was still surprised not far away, he boarded the cruise. Gael followed him.

Seeing Gael and Zayn, Bethany wanted to greet them. However, Jeff suddenly stood in front of her, blocking her view. "What are you looking at?" He asked with a smile.

Bethany turned her gaze and shook her head. "Nothing. When will we board?"

"Now. We need to check in." Jeff pointed to the front desk and held out his hand to her. Bethany was confused by his action.

Jeff explained, "This time, you're here as my girlfriend, so we have to act like a couple. Otherwise, people will suspect."

"I see." Bethany gave a faint smile and took him by the hand.

Jeff held her hand tightly and le