Chapter 916: The Panther (part two)

"Thailand? Why did he go there? He didn't tell me anything. Why didn't he? Was something wrong with him?" Leena looked at Edward, her eyes widening in surprise. What happened to Rain? Was something bothering him? What was he up to?

"Well. You probably need to ask him that in person to find out. I assume he would be pleased to tell you everything," Edward replied. He looked at the reports in his hands, not bothered by Leena's presence. He seemed to be quite used to it.

No, I won't! He will for sure bamboozle me. Well, I am not going to disturb you and your work any longer. I need to get some rest too. Wake me up when it's time." Leena walked to the sofa, leaving her phone on the desk. She was still somewhat tired after yesterday. Besides, she had just come back from Paris. She still suffered from the jet lag because of the time difference.

"Yes, get some rest. What were you up to yesterday? Were you at a robbery or something? Why do you want to sleep at this time in the morning?" Edward frowned slightly. She had been yawning for quite some time now. It was almost noon. He didn't understand why she was fatigued right now.

"Oh, yes! I robbed someone yesterday. But I didn't steal anything, but lost my own heart," Leena replied jokingly and lay down on the sofa comfortably. She did not want to tell him too much about her private matters. That would be weird.

"Leena, aren't you happy with your life?" Upon hearing her unusual words, Edward looked at her and asked, frowning. He felt the discomfort in his heart. She had been his beloved princess since she was a child. He loved her very much. One of the last things he liked was to see her sad.

Yes, of course I am happy! Why would you say that? I am very happy. I was just kidding. Don't take it so seriously," Leena replied, sticking out her tongue. She had forgotten that Edward was a sensitive man deep down. He might sense something unusual, so she hastened to refute his concerns immediately. In any case, she did not think she was unhappy now.

That is good. Just take some rest. It is still early now." Edward tore his gaze away from her and concentrated on his documents again. He still didn't feel as peaceful as before. He knew better than anyone else who was in Kevin's heart. He did not want Leena to get hurt because of him.

Leena did not make any response. She was afraid that Edward would not let go of his anxiety for her and ask her again. He was not easy to deal with. So she closed her eyes and slept for a while. Time passed by quietly. When Edward raised his head in the direction of Leena, she was already fast asleep. 'Is she dreaming about something?' Edward had no way to tell. He sighed silently. Grabbing his coat from the back of his chair, he walked over and gently put it on her. He gazed at her for a long time before kissing her forehead affectionately. After a while, he went back to his desk and continued the work while Leena slept. The documents seemed to be endless.

Suddenly, Leena's phone rang. She had left it on the desk. The ringtone sounded extremely shrill in the quiet atmosphere. Edward pressed the answer key without thinking twice, afraid that it would wake Leena up. She would be upset if she got disturbed from her sleep.

"Hello! Who's that, please?" Edward spoke politely since he did not know who was calling. He had picked up the phone without checking the caller ID.

"This is Kevin Gu. Mr. Mu, why did you answer the phone? Where is Leena?" Kevin asked him in a formal tone. Leena's brothers still had not fully accepted him as her husband. He was always polite while addressing them.

"Oh, Kevin. It's you. She is sleeping right now. What happened?" Edward's voice took a cold turn as soon as he heard Kevin speaking on the other side. One could not blame Edward for acting so distantly whenever he was concerned. Once upon a time, Kevin had been Edward's rival in love. He had become even more contemptible after he married Leena - the little princess they all loved so much.

"Oh! Is she sleeping? Well, forget it then. I called to tell her that Daisy and I have some work to finish this afternoon. So we can't make it to the lunch. Since she's busy sleeping, I can just tell you about it. Daisy will probably call you about it later." Kevin had not expected Edward to pick up the call. He was surprised, yet replied in a modest and courteous tone.

"Has something serious happened?" Edward frowned slightly at Kevin's words. He thought they would find time for lunch. So why the sudden change in schedule?

"Oh, no. It is nothing serious. Just that some military leaders will be coming to the army base for inspection in the afternoon. So, it's not appropriate for us to go out." Kevin had been surprised at the change of events. They had no alternative but to prepare themselves to welcome the leaders. It was a usual occurrence when one was in the army. Circumstances changed in the blink of an eye.

Okay. I'll tell Leena about it. Goodbye!" Edward was an influential man no matter whom he was talking to. He hung up immediately as soon as he finished speaking. He never bothered to think whether it was polite or not.

Kevin's mouth twisted a little upon hearing the disconnected dial tone on the receiver. He was quite surprised that Edward did not tease him. 'But Leena? Why did she fall asleep again?' He wondered, worrying about her. Was it because she had gotten up too early? Or was it because she was still exhausted because of him after last night? As he pondered on this, he felt that maybe he had gone too far with her. She was somewhat inexperienced in this aspect after all.

"Major General Gu, the Commander is looking for you," The Commander's secretary walked in and informed him courteously as Kevin put the phone into his pocket.

"All right. I will be there right away." Kevin stood up and went to the Commander's office. He wondered why that old fox was looking for him.

"Hu hu! Major General Gu. I heard you are going home next week. Is that correct?" The commander's clear and loud laughter could be heard as soon as Kevin walked into the office.

"Yes, Commander. I would have forgotten had you not reminded me of it." It dawned on Kevin that he had not reported his leave to the Commander yet. He could not help but frown. How could he forget to do such an important thing?

No worries. Your father called me up and told me to give you some time off so that you can bring your wife back home. He is looking forward to seeing her." Kevin's father was the Commander's leader. The Commander was bound to follow his orders as long as he wanted. After he finished talking to Kevin's father on the phone, he immediately fixed up Kevin's schedule.