Chapter: 2399

"If you're busy, I can go instead," she offered. With nothing else planned for the day, she thought it might lighten his load.

Dooley raised his hand and playfully tapped her forehead. "Take a nap after you eat. It's on my way anyway, and I still have to swing by the company."

Naomi pouted, unable to wait until evening to see him again. But she understood how important this period was for his business. The last thing she wanted was to be a distraction. "Fine. Come back as soon as you can."

"I will," Dooley promised, though he caught the hint of disappointment in her expression.

He stepped closer, pulled her into a warm embrace, and planted a light kiss on her forehead. "I'll be back at five o'clock, whether the work is finished or not."