Chapter 26
Hayden visited the hospital mainly for some routine work checks. With a litle free time on his hands, he decided to call Henry in to get the scoop on what had happened the day before.
“Mr. Parker, your relationship with your wife seems to be going really well,” Henry remarked, his tone a mix of awkwardness and caution. He wasn’t sure what he might have done to warrant such concern, and Hayden’s stern expression told him to watch his step.
Hayden stood with his back to Henry, hands clasped behind him, his gaze sweeping over the patients and their families below. “What are the side effects of that medication?” he asked, his voice a low rumble.
“Well, it’s nothing too severe–just a temporary surge in libido,” Henry replied with an air of confidence. “Staying hydrated helps to flush it out quickly
It wasn’t a hush–hush topic, especially among their demographic. Everyone had their little secrets, and the medicine, despite its risks, usually offered more benefits than drawbacks.
Hayden cut him off, his frustration palpable. “I seem to have lost a chunk of my memory” Forgering crucial moments was a big deal.
Henry’s face changed instantly. He stepped closer, his voice tentative. “Memory losst When did this occur?”
“Not long after taking that medicine. I woke up here in the hospital, Hayden said, unable to fill in the blanks but certain something had gone awry.
Henry looked perplexed. “You forgot when the medicine kicked in? That can happen–intense arousal can lead to temporary amnesia. But normally, the medicine wouldn’t cause this Could it have been an overdose?
Hayden’s jaw clenched. ‘An overdose! Yvonne was the one who brought me that coffee. If she was behind this, why wouldn’t she just admit it? Or is she playing a deeper game?
“Arousal and still functional?” Hayden questioned.
“Absolutely. The body takes over on instinct. Plus, with that high a dose of medication, if you hadn’t been intimate, there’s no way you would calm down so quickly, Henry replied with confidence.
That kind of buildup needed to be released. If Hayden had held it all in, he would have felt insides were being burned alive, and it was unbearable.
But Henry remembered when Hayden was brought to the hospital yesterday–he had been asleep, and his body wasn’t hot at all. It was clear be had already satisfied his urges.
Hayden mulled this over. “Henry, being an experienced doctor, wouldn’t speak without reason. So, Yvonne was hiding something. Why the secrecy? It isn’t like her
Sensing Hayden’s sudden silence, Henry gently reminded him, “Mr. Parker, that medication is potent. It’s best not to use it too often.”
Hayden might have been young, but he wasn’t immune to the long–term dangers of overdoing it. Even someone who seemed invincible could face serious consequences.
Hayden gave Henry a sidelong look, his eyes burning with intensity. This stays between us.”
“Of course! Understood?” Henry was momentarily stunned but nodded vigorously. Despite the age gaps, Hayden’s authority was undeniable.
Henry subtly wiped the beads of sweat from his brow. “No need to fret. The memory loss is likely due to neural excitement. In a couple of weeks, everything might come flooding back.”
“Really?” Hayden’s spirits lit up, his eyebrows arching. The idea of regaining those memories was appealing, relying on Yvonne’s version of events made him uneasy
“Absolutely! How dare I lie to you?” Henry continued to dab at his sweat, his anxiety palpable. He wouldn’t lie unless he had a death wish.
After leaving the hospital, Hayden took out his phone and dialed Richard. “Where’s Yvonne?
“Mrs. Parker is at her desk, probably prepping for lunch, Richard replied, his voice a murmur but clear enough for me to overhear.
Was he keeping tabs on my every move for Haylen? Great, now I was under surveillance, I gathered my things, deciding to tune them out, and made a swift exit from the secretary’s office.
Lunchume had rolled around, and 1 was about to head to the company cafeteria. Having married Hayden right after graduation, I’d never really experienced the workplace. This gig at Parker Group was my chance to get a taste of it.
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7:45 PM
Chapter 26
As soon as I stepped into the cafeteria, the buzz of conversation died down, and all eyes turned to me with curiosity. They didn’t seem to expect such a down–to–earth move from me,
“Mrs. Parker? You’re here to eat someone asked.
“Sure am,” I smiled back. “What’s on the menu today?”
“There’s braised beef.
“And steak!”
“I think the 6sh looks great.
Everyone chimed in as I joined the line, picked up a tray, and served myself some food.
Parker Group cafeteria was set up like a buffet, odering various dishes to suit everyone’s tastes. As 1 balanced my tray, scanning for an open spot. I ran into Joanna
Standing next to her was a woman I recognized after a bear–Lidia Kerry from the marketing department,
I’d seen her before when Hayden was making his rounds. She had a commanding presence and always dressed to impress, fitting right in with the marketing crowd. I hadn’t expected Joanna to make friends so quickly.
“I didn’t expect you to dine with the common folk, Mrs. Parker, Lidia said, her tone flat but her eyes carrying a hint of mockery. It was as if she was saying. “So this is Hayden’s wife!”
I’d seen that look plenty of times. When I just married Hayden, people were curious about me. Once they found out more about who I was, they often smirked as Lidia did.
aw how ridiculous that was–giving everything up for a
It was hard at first. I had wanted to live up to the title of Mrs. Parker. But looking back, I saw man was just plain foolish.
Feeling a bit provoked by Lidia’s comment, I retorted, “Just because I’m a Parker doesn’t mean I’m above anyone else. Even Hayden eats in the cafeteria now and then. If you’re questioning me, you’re questioning Hayden”
Whatever Lidia’s intentions were, my words hit home. Her face drained of color in an instant.
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