Chapter 241
Over the next few days, I went to work as usual.
My colleagues' attitudes toward me had changed somewhat from before.
Compared to the initial warmth, there was now more distance between us.
However, Bruce's attitude toward me did a complete 180.
Now whenever he saw me, he would dutifully call out "Sue."
I didn't know what he was really thinking, so I reminded myself to stay on guard while keeping a normal appearance on the surface.
That day, Tamsin called me.
"Sue, you've been working so hard lately. Grandma will come take care of Jessica, so you and Jason can take the weekend off and go out to relax."
I thought about it and gently declined, "That's not necessary, Grandma. We can just take Jessica out with us."
Tamsin laughed cheerfully, "Sue, Jason told me you two are planning for a second child?"
My face flushed red as I instantly understood what Tamsin meant.
Why does Jason tell everyone everything!
I opened my mouth, trying to make my voice sound calm and normal, "We're not in that much of a rush. I think we'll just let it happen naturally when it comes to having kids."
I already had Jessica, who was such a sweet and lovely daughter.
Whether to have another one or not, I didn't really have strong feelings about it.
Whatever happens, happens.
Tamsin laughed, "Good, good, good. As long as you two have your own plans."
"Okay, Grandma."
After hanging up, I went home from the office.
Just as Tamsin said, Jessica had already been picked up.
When Jason saw me come home, he wheeled out two suitcases from the room.
"Let's go."
"Where to?"
I was stunned.
"Somewhere nice, to really relax."
Jason took my hand and gave me a mysterious smile, pushing both suitcases with one hand while leading me out of the house.
He put the suitcases in the trunk and opened the passenger door.
After I got in, he carefully fastened my seatbelt before going to sit in the driver's seat.
Throughout the drive, I tried to get Jason to tell me our destination.
But he kept dodging my questions.
I puffed out my cheeks.
Fine!
If he won't tell me, I'll find out when we get there anyway!
I was a bit tired from working all day.
I leaned back in my seat feeling drowsy.
Jason played some soft music, and I quickly fell asleep.
When I woke up, the car had already stopped.
I looked out the window—it was completely dark outside.
"Awake? Let's get out then."
Jason's voice came from beside me.
I rubbed my eyes and yawned, slowly coming to my senses.
"We're here—why didn't you wake me?"
"You were sleeping so soundly, I let you sleep a bit longer. We weren't in a hurry anyway."
Jason smiled gently and got out first to open my door.
Getting out of the car, I turned my head to look around.
We were in the mountains, and there was a sign in front of us.
"Hot Spring Resort?"
I was a bit surprised.
Last time I was browsing on my iPad, I saw a blogger recommend this hot spring resort, but because it was quite far from our home, I'd given up on the idea of coming here.
I didn't expect Jason to bring me here today.
No wonder it was completely dark by the time we arrived.
"I saw you were interested in this place last time, and we happened to have time, so let's come enjoy it."
Jason explained with a smile.
He took my hand and led me inside.
Staff members immediately greeted us warmly and led us to the room Jason had reserved in advance.
Opening the door, I saw a spacious living room with a bar counter on one side and a wine rack displaying various fine wines.
I walked around the SVIP room at the hot spring resort.
What attracted me most was the semi-open indoor hot spring pool.
"Pure natural health hot spring?"
I looked down at the introduction by the pool.
It was basically telling consumers how precious this hot spring pool was, how difficult it was to build, and how staying here was completely worth the money.
My mouth twitched.
A pure natural hot spring, indoors?
Whatever, I came here to relax anyway, I couldn't be bothered to worry about such details.
I opened my suitcase and took out my swimsuit to change into.
Jason's gaze was fixed on me the whole time.
His Adam's apple bobbed, his voice low and husky, "Honey, you're so beautiful."
I quickly pushed him away, "Wait! We're here to soak in the hot spring, don't get any ideas!"
Jason persistently clung to me.
"It's fine, honey. This place is private, no one will see, and it's very late now—perfect timing."
Jason's gaze was burning, as if it could pierce a hole through my soul.
My heart stirred.
The hot spring actually seemed pretty good?
Thinking this, I actively wrapped my arms around Jason's neck.
"Not for too long though."
Jason held me tightly, saying nothing, and strode toward the hot spring.
The spring water was very hot, but I had no time to pay attention to that.
By the time I came to my senses, I was already rising and falling with the waves.
"I can't anymore, honey, let's finish."
"Honey."
"Jason!"
The next day I slept until late morning.
My whole body ached terribly, making me not even want to get out of bed.
I stared at the ceiling somewhat dazed, my mind blank.
Having unlocked a new location, Jason was especially passionate.
He didn't finally let me go until dawn was breaking.
"Honey."
Jason's low, pleasant voice grew closer and closer.
I pulled the covers over my head with both hands.
Didn't want to deal with him.
Terrible man, no matter how much I begged yesterday it was useless, now I don't want to talk to him either!
"Honey."
Jason's voice sounded by the bed.
Someone poked my arm through the covers, his voice sounding a bit aggrieved, "Honey, I know you're awake. Please talk to me, okay?"
Not going to.
If I give in this time, next time he'll push his luck even more.
If this continues, how can I handle it?
Just as I was determined to show Jason who's boss, my nose suddenly caught a rich aroma.
My stomach growled at this inopportune moment.
In the room with just the two of us, it was especially clear.
Jason chuckled softly and pulled the covers off my head, "Don't smother yourself, it's not good for you."
I glared at him irritably, "Overexertion isn't good for the body either!"
Jason touched his nose a bit sheepishly.
"Can't help it, honey, you're too beautiful, and you were wearing a swimsuit last night—I couldn't resist at all."
He's getting more and more smooth-tongued.
I forced myself to suppress my rising smile and huffed.
"What are we eating today?"
"It's the local specialty cuisine here, very famous and they don't deliver—you can only eat it if you come to the restaurant."
Jason helped me sit up, his movements gentle as he helped me get dressed.
I blinked very slowly, watching his movements like he was taking care of a child, feeling somewhat curious.
"Honey, why do I feel like you're treating me like a kid?"
"Not a kid," Jason said earnestly, "I just want to be good to you. Anything I can do to take care of you within my ability, I want to do it personally."