Chapter 281 - The Long Road Ahead

Deonna's face appeared on the screen, a mixture of relief and frustration evident in her expression. "There you are. We were getting worried." "I'm so sorry," Logan said, running a hand through his disheveled hair. "The meeting ran long, and I lost track of time. Where's Kayla?" Deonna's expression softened slightly. "She waited as long as she could, but it's past her bedtime here. She was pretty disappointed, Logan." Guilt washed over him. "I'll make it up to her, I promise. How are things there?" Deonna sighed. "Busy. I'm juggling meetings for both of our roles, trying to keep my fashion line on track, and Kayla's been extra clingy with you gone. But we're managing." Logan nodded, feeling a pang of homesickness. "I miss you both so much. But I've got good news - we're making progress here. I think we're close to securing our first international office." "That's fantastic, Logan," Deonna said, her smile genuine despite the fatigue evident in her eyes. "Just... don't forget about