Chapter 31

After spending a most pleasant afternoon, Charlotte decided it was time to return to her sewing center. Jacob, however, couldn't bring himself to let her leave so soon. He looked at her with eyes full of sadness, like a child whose favorite toy had just been taken away.

— Baby, stop making that face, she said, smiling tenderly. You know that in a few hours, we’ll be together again at home. So let me go. I wouldn’t want to be responsible if you can’t finish your files because of me, she added jokingly.

Jacob sighed, a falsely upset expression painted on his face.

— My queen, you know very well that you are my source of inspiration. I work better, I focus better, and I succeed at everything when you’re by my side. But I understand... You have your own things too. I won’t take advantage of your kindness. After all, you’ve already given everything up to spend time with me. I love you, my love, he said, gently caressing her cheek.