Not shy

After realising that it wasn't such a big deal - not that she could hide it any longer - Lara was relieved from the pressure on her heart. Nate wouldn't leave her just because she visited Doctor Mason. And he didn't mind about the press.

She still felt guilty for his image, but there was nothing she could do. They decided not to reply to any questions and keep their life as private as the paparazzi would allow them.

«We can go on holiday a little later,» Nate said. «It's a difficult moment for the company, and I don't want the paparazzi to follow us. We'll wait for the scandal to settle. It's no big deal, Lara. They will forget it soon enough.»

«Okay,» she replied.

The cubs were sleeping on the couch, tired from the mountain of emotions of the day. She envied their calm breathing and worry-less expressions. She was also exhausted but couldn't just lie down and sleep.