Chapter 526

Naomi hadn't gone there in three years. Brendan hadn't spent New Year's at the Ludwig residence in three years either because he'd felt too ashamed to go back. Sitting on her bed, Naomi said, "It's not appropriate to spend New Year's at your place." Brendan didn't push. He just said, "There's still a month. Think about it." Naomi didn't refuse outright. She just said, "Okay." However, she had no intention of going to the Ludwig residence for New Year's. They chatted a bit more before Brendan reluctantly ended the call. Naomi looked over at Bryson, who was asleep in his small bed. She leaned over and kissed him. Then, she turned off the lights and went to sleep. For the next few days, Brendan was away on his trip. Naomi enjoyed the peace and quiet and resumed her normal routine. She occasionally thought of Brendan and their intimate moments. The new case she was working on wasn't too complicated, so she had more time with Bryson and more time to investigate the fire accident from