Unexpected Finds

Anyway, after summarizing their findings, Althea finally excused herself, to the relief of her husband. As they exited though, Althea started mumbling about what to do in her lab.

This made Garan frown (or pout, to be more accurate) and look at her with furrowed eyebrows. She blinked in puzzlement. "What is it?" 

With a deep frown gracing his handsome face, he spoke. "You promised date night." 

She giggled, giving him a soft peck. She was just teasing him. Of course, she didn't forget. How could she? He repeatedly reminded her this from this morning, afraid she would. 

She playfully avoided him when he dived back down to claim her lips. She smiled and placed a dainty finger over his lips. 

"Let's check the other laboratories as well," she told him. "It won't take too long, promise." 

Garan looked at her and sighed, letting her be. Of course, this earned him another peck which wiped away the bit of bitterness.