Adam stepped out of the bathroom in black silk pajamas, his short hair still damp and glistening. The fresh scent of his shower and the faint mist clinging to him made him look younger and even more dashing than in his usual suit. Celine stole a few glances, unable to deny his striking looks. Suddenly, a melodious ringtone broke the silenceโAdamโs phone. He answered.
โMr. Almarez, Dr. Chas agreed to meet you tomorrow at Haven Hospital,โ Leo informed him.
Adamโs expression remained indifferent. โLast time, Dr. Chas showed up only to leave mysteriously. Tomorrow, I intend to see exactly who she is.โ
A chill ran down Celineโs spine. It was clear Adam hadnโt forgotten being stood up, and he didnโt take it lightly. She knew sheโd face the consequences of his anger the next day.
Her thoughts were interrupted when Adam turned to her. โArenโt you going to shower?โ
โYes, right away!โ Celine blurted, quickly escaping into the bathroom.
Adam frowned as he hung up, finding Celine just as irritating as Dr. Chas. Toweling his hair, he sat down to review some documents.
Moments later, Celineโs soft voice called from the bathroom. โAdam? Adam!โ
He found the sweetness in her tone peculiar, so different from her usual sharp tongue.
โWhat is it?โ Adam asked, standing at the door.
The door creaked open slightly, revealing Celineโs pitiful gaze. The shower had left her complexion glowing, her face flushed.
โCan I borrow one of your shirts?โ Celine asked pleadingly.
โDidnโt they prepare any pajamas for you?โ Adam asked.
โYes, they did.โ Celine held up a black lace lingerie set. โIf youโd like to see me in this, Iโll put it on for you right away.โ
Adam was speechless. Mary must be behind this, trying to spice things up.
He went to the wardrobe and grabbed a white shirt. โDonโt embarrass yourself. You donโt have what it takes to wear that lingerie.โ
He tossed the oversized shirt over her head, covering her face.
Celine quickly yanked it off and glared at him with sparkling eyes. Then, she flung the lingerie at his face. โIf I donโt have the figure for it, why donโt you try it?โ
Adam was speechless. Celine slammed the door.
Somehow, his irritation dissipated, and a smile crept onto his face. Picking up the lacy garment, he glanced at it. Clearly, Mary had chosen it carefully. Without hesitation, he tossed it into the trash. Returning to the couch, he resumed his work. Before long, the bathroom door swung open, and Celine emerged.
Adam glanced at her. She was wearing his shirt, its oversized fit emphasizing her petite frame. The loose fabric hung just above her knees, making her look both innocent and alluring.
Adam admitted he hadnโt meant what he said. Celine not only had a pretty face, but a perfect figure.
Celine didnโt speak. After blow-drying her hair, she sat in front of the vanity and began her skincare routine. The table was cluttered with various products. She meticulously applied creams and lotions, leaving a pleasant fragrance in the air.
Although they had been married for over three years, Adam had never shared a bedroom with Celineโor any woman. This was his first time seeing a woman do her skincare routine, and he found it oddly fascinating.