Chapter 922

Hailey lay down on the couch and closed her eyes. Within moments, she drifted off to sleep. When Jonah returned, the first thing he saw was Hailey curled up on his couch, fast asleep. Her small frame was tucked in tightly, completely relaxed. He set his files down, loosened the tie around his neck, and took a seat beside her. He reached over and gently patted her cheek. "Sleepyhead, wake up." Hailey rolled over, her slender body inching closer to him. She nuzzled against him like a kitten and responded, "Stop bothering me. I want to sleep." Jonah looked at her. Sleep had brought a quiet warmth to her face, and a soft flush spread across her cheeks. She looked calm, completely at ease. He shifted and pulled her into his arms. Upon feeling his warmth, she instinctively shifted closer, settling into the curve of his body without waking. Jonah pulled a blanket over her. With one arm wrapped around her, he picked up the file with his free hand and began reviewing it. Just then,