Chapter 116

Before bed, I texted Donn, "I can resume work soon." Perhaps because it was nighttime, so he wasn't as busy as he was during the day. He texted back immediately, "Are you sure?" "I'm fine now. I've basically recovered," I replied. As soon as my message was sent, Donn initiated a video call, startling me. I immediately tidied my clothes and sat up straight before tapping the answer button. His attractive face soon appeared on my screen. At that moment, he donned his loungewear and was leaning against the couch. His background suggested he wasn't at a hotel. "Have you really recovered, Cassie?" I nodded. "Yeah. The stitches have been removed." Tugging my sleeve upward, I showed him my pink-hued scar. The wound had healed completely and wouldn't disrupt my work. He revealed a helpless smile. "Usually, people would love to take a few extra days off. Why are you returning so early?" I stretched my body and reciprocated a wry smile. "It demotivates me, staying home and doing nothing.