The Coldest Man in the Room Melted Only for Me novel Chapter 491

"That's not a problem at all. First Medical Center is owned by the Chambers family, isn't it? I'll make a quick call to them. I guarantee you won't be scheduled to work on New Year's Eve."

Since Victoria was going to such lengths, Riley couldn't politely decline anymore. "Then I'll thank you in advance."

"Don't mention it. I have some errands to run, so I'll be going now."

"Take care." Riley walked Victoria to the door. She waited until the elevator doors closed before shutting her own, her tightly wound nerves finally snapping loose.

She let out a long breath, waited for her racing heart to steady, then walked back to her bedroom. Picking up her phone, she dialed Sebastian. "She's gone."

"She didn't give you a hard time, did she?"

"No. She just invited me to bring Alora to the Manor for New Year's Eve."

"You should go. You and Alora being there will make my grandmother incredibly happy."

"Okay. But I don't think she fully bought our act today."

"It doesn't matter what she suspects if she doesn't have proof. I'm already compiling evidence against her. Just hold on a little longer. This won't drag out much further."

Riley felt deeply conflicted. Half of her wanted to step into the light with him, while the other half was terrified of the fallout if they were exposed. "Okay."

"Minimize walking. Stay in bed and rest as much as you can."

Her ears burned at the memory of his earlier possessiveness. He and Winona were likely sitting in his car right now. Afraid he might say something even more explicit, she quickly replied, "I know," and hung up.