Chapter 793

Austin picked up the call and heard Gabriel's voice on the other end of the line. "Mr. Hall, you have a dinner meeting with Mr. Ayre tonight, and it's almost time." This meeting had been arranged three days prior to discuss the land on the west side of the city. Their relationship with Sawyer Ayre had been tense, and missing the meeting today might make the future acquisition of that land challenging. Watching Suzanne resting in bed, Austin said firmly, "Cancel it." Suzanne's well-being was more important than any deal. Before Gabriel could respond, Austin ended the call abruptly. Gazing at the dark phone screen, he sighed deeply. Given the circumstances, staying with Suzanne was the only choice. She was still unwell and needed his support. Suzanne didn't hear the conversation on the other end of the line, but she could assume that he had just canceled a business meeting. Glancing at Austin, she whispered, "I'll be okay here. If you have things to do—" "I'm not busy," Austin