To take your revenge

The next morning, as planned, Lucius and Layla made their way to the company where he held the position of Director.

"Lucius, I think it would be more appropriate to call you 'Sir' here, given the setting," Layla remarked, glancing around the sleek office.

"I'd much prefer if you called me 'Husband'," Lucius teased with a mischievous grin. Nearby, Roger, his assistant, couldn't help but smirk at this playful side of his usually composed boss.

"Roger, give us some privacy," Lucius instructed, his voice firm yet calm. Roger swiftly exited the room, leaving them alone.

"Privacy? Why now?" Layla asked, her brows knitting in curiosity as she tucked a loose strand of hair behind her ear. "I thought you'd send me off with Roger to some department for the day."