~Elias~

"Stay here today," I say, my tone dropping into a low, protective rumble as I lean my forehead against hers. "Stay in my bed and rest. You don't have to go into the office. I’ll call HR myself and apply for a personal leave day for you. No one will question it."

Alice blinks, a tiny, incredulous laugh escaping her throat as she shakes her head against my hand. "Elias, I can't just skip work because... because of last night. I’m an executive partner now, remember? I have a ...