Chapter 154: Impossible to handle
Lucius woke late, the clock nearing 11 a.m., and leaned back against the headboard. His gaze drifted to his phone, where a small sticky note rested on top. Peeling it off, he read the simple yet heartfelt message: I love you.
A bright smile lit up his face, and his heart fluttered. "I love you too, Layla," he murmured softly to himself. Setting the note aside, he swung his legs over the edge of the bed and headed to the bathroom to freshen up. His schedule had been a mess lately, and he resolved to get things back on track. At this rate, nothing would align as it should.
After a refreshing shower, Lucius wrapped himself in a bathrobe and stood before the mirror. As he brushed his teeth, fragments of the previous night replayed in his mind. He had allowed himself to be vulnerable in front of Layla, something he rarely did.
Once he finished rinsing his mouth, he returned to the bedroom and lay back down, feeling a mix of relief and lingering tension. Picking up his phone, he scrolled through briefly before dialing Roger.
"Good morning, Boss," Roger greeted promptly. "I’ve taken care of everything at the office. Rest assured, there’s not much on your plate today."
"Thanks, Roger," Lucius replied, his voice still carrying the warmth of his earlier smile.
"Don’t come to the office today, Boss. Take the time to rest," Roger insisted firmly.
Lucius chuckled. "What did Layla tell you that you’re speaking to me like this?"
"Just looking out for you, Boss," Roger replied, his tone light yet sincere. "Madam only ordered me to ensure you take care of yourself," Roger asserted firmly.