Chapter 215

"Why aren't you saying anything, Skye?" Natalie asked.

"I'm just listening," Skylar replied, unable to voice her suspicions. "I think you should send Jeremy some food. He might be touched and work even harder."

It would be best if it were just a coincidence. Natalie and Jeremy's love was extremely strong.

Natalie's eyes lit up. "You're right! Like a good wife, I'll go to our usual restaurant and pack a surprise for him." She recalled taking her medical report to him; he had been surprised and delighted. She hadn't thought much about it before—marriage shouldn't be one-sided. He was going on a business trip tomorrow. A rendezvous in his office tonight would be exciting.

Natalie touched her flushed face. She started to grab a condom from the bedside table but changed her mind. They were trying for a baby, so precautions were unnecessary.

She remembered his office had an international meeting room where he sometimes rested. She'd always wanted to try it when they were dating, but she'd forgotten.

"Bye, Skye! I'm heading out!" Natalie exclaimed.

Skylar glanced at the disconnected call, remembering the conversation in the woods. That man's voice had been remarkably similar to Jeremy's. She hoped she was mistaken, overthinking.

Joe finished his video conference and noticed Skylar's absence. He saw her WhatsApp message and replied, "My video conference has ended." He then went upstairs to shower. He wasn't worried about Skylar's safety at the hot spring resort; security patrolled at this hour, and registration was required for all visitors.

Skylar received Joe's message and returned. She hadn't gone far and quickly reached the villa. Not seeing him, she assumed he'd gone to the hot spring first. She grabbed the swimsuit the staff had provided and went upstairs.

In the bathroom, Skylar opened the door and entered. Having rushed back, she was slightly sweaty and uncomfortable. She didn't notice Joe emerging until he spoke.

Joe was drying his hair with a towel, his waist uncovered. Seeing Skylar partially undressed, he said, "You"

Skylar tensed, turning her head. She saw Joe's still-wet body. His physique and handsome face were striking; water dripped from his chest.

Skylar knew Joe had a good body, but she hadn't expected it to be so impressive. She swallowed hard.

"Satisfied with what you see?" Joe tossed the towel aside, casually wrapping a bath towel around his waist. He approached Skylar.

Skylar instinctively stepped back, still shocked. ""

Joe leaned close, his voice seductive. "You won't lose out being my wife, Skylar."

Skylar was stunned. Swallowing hard, she replied, "And you won't lose out being my husband, Joe."

Visually, neither would lose out. However, she knew Joe didn't love her; their relationship wasn't about feelings.