Lil Michael and Clayton watched Nicole’s fleeing back, and Clayton smiled meaningfully.

Lil Michael said, “Why is Pretty Lady’s face red again? Is she still running a fever?”

Clayton stroked his head. “The bodyguard is already downstairs waiting for you to go to the library. Go on…”

If Michael had not begged and pleaded to wait for a glimpse of Nicole before leaving, Clayton would not have tolerated him until now.

Lil Michael sighed weakly. ‘If only Daddy had a fever every day, I'd be able t