Hearing this, the voice on the other end seemed to let out a sigh of relief. "So that’s it. No wonder. Then, please, try to get some rest and go home soon." Marilyn gritted her teeth, her heart simmering with a quiet agony.

"I will. You should get to bed early, too. Goodnight." Joshua’s face softened with affection. This little fool is so sweet, he thought. He promised himself he’d never overlook her again; his beloved Marilyn worried far too much.

Meanwhile, in the empty office, Marilyn let ou