Chapter 248

“Theodore Chambers, cut it out!” Victoria Ellis struggled lightly, not daring to use too much force in case she fell. “Vicky, babe—been way too long,” Theodore pulled her into his arms, refusing to let go. He’d been swamped with work since they last saw each other. And whether she was genuinely busy or just too shy, she hadn’t shown up at the office once. He could only get by with texts, voice messages, and the occasional video chat to ease the constant longing. Finally seeing her again, he honestly felt like he’d been holding his breath this whole time. “Quit calling me that! Who's your ‘babe’?” Victoria turned red with frustration. Theodore grinned from ear to ear. “Soon enough. Might as well get used to it early.” With that, he scooped her up and strode into the bedroom. “You’d better stop right now, I have work tomorrow!” Victoria quickly reached out, trying to stop him. The last thing she wanted was to be sore all day again. “I’ll behave,” he said, already laying her gently down o