Chapter 1838

"I'll stay with you for a while longer. I won't work. I'll come to the bedroom," Shawn said.

"Work..."

"Work isn't important, you are."

Shawn bent down, lifting Gale, and carried her back to the master bedroom. He held her foot, reminding her, "You can't run around barefoot like this anymore. What if something cuts your foot? What if you catch a cold?"

She had slippers right beside the bed, but she did not wear them.

"I just couldn't wait to find you," Gale answered softly, but her fragile voice melted his heart.

"Silly Gale."

Shawn lay down with her on the bed, accompanying her for a while longer. With him there, she felt safe. As they lay together, Shawn fell asleep first. He had not slept all night and had stayed up in the study. He was exhausted. Plus, with his beloved woman in his arms, he quickly relaxed.

Feeling Shawn's breath gradually calming, Gale raised her head, watching him sleep.

There was a hint of stubble on his chin; he had not had time to shave. It was a bit