Chapter 154

Lauren froze. She'd never really thought about it. Since marrying Liam, loving him had just felt... natural, like breathing. Her whole world had revolved around him. But now that she finally paused to think-did she still love him? ***** For a whole week, Lauren wrestled with the idea: should she quit and leave the country? Friday afternoon. Two o'clock. Business lunch at a hotel. She stood beside her boss, Mr. Parker, in a crisp white dress, chatting with guests. During a brief lull, she sneaked a glance at her phone-there it was, a message from Liam. "Melina and I are at the airport, waiting for you." Lauren's mind wandered. Mr. Parker noticed and smiled politely. "Everything okay?" She gave a quick shake of her head. He gave a nod toward the room. "This project's nearly locked in. I was planning to recommend you as project VP at the morning meeting next week. You're doing great, Lauren. Sky's the limit." She clinked her champagne glass against his, polite but absent. Mr. Parker actua