Drunk and Daring I Kissed a Tycoon

Chapter 416

Strangely enough, Vespera and Gerard might have been more exhausted than Dominic. Everyone else in the

headquarters had a bit of breathing room once they wrapped up their responsibilities. Seven managed to

sneak in a day or two of sightseeing around Londarion.

However, Vespera and Gerard were busy even in the evening. They were glued to Dominic's side, following him

from one event to another.

Gerard looked even more emotionally wrecked. Ever since that night, he hadn't had a single moment to recover.

Every day, he dragged himself around like he was clinging to life by a thread. Now and then, he would shuffle up

to Vespera with a face full of despair, muttering his complaints.

Vespera would offer a few sympathetic words in return, but honestly, she didn't mind the workload. Being

swamped meant she didn't have tto think about messy feelings and complicated relationships.

She would get back to the villa each night and take a shower before passing out the second her head hit the

pillow. Even her sleep quality had improved. And it wasn't all for nothing. She had met plenty of people through

the banquets and gatherings.

The final day of the trip was a Sunday. The branch office visitation had officially concluded, and the rest of the

team was preparing to return in the afternoon.

Even though it was the weekend, Dominic still had two gatherings left on his schedule. He needed to go

horseback riding at a noble's private estate during the day and to a wine tasting event in the evening.

Originally, they were all set to fly back together the following afternoon, but that morning, Dominic said, "I've got

sbusiness to take care of here. You all go ahead withouttomorrow."

Vespera wondered what business Dominic had, but she didn't say anything and just nodded along with Gerard.

still, the sudden announcement stuck with her. Dominic hadn't said a word about this before. And now, he was

not leaving with them? It shouldn't have mattered as he wasn't obligated to explain his plans to her, but that

didn't stop her from feeling heavy. The feeling followed her all the way to the estate.

Outside the stable, Vespera glanced at Dominic, who had changed into a riding outfit in the near distance. She

couldn't help but ask Gerard, "Do you know why he's staying behind?"

Gerard smiled helplessly and said, "If he didn't tell you, he's definitely not telling me. Vespera, why do you

always ass| know everything?"

Vespera felt defeated. She mumbled, "Probably because he likes bringing you along more than me..."

Gerard wasn't paying attention. To his ears, it sounded like she was saying Dominic liked him more. Instantly, he

asked, stunned, "Where did that idea cfrom?"

Vespera pursed her lips and answered, "Isn't it kind of obvious?"

Gerard stared at her, baffled. How was it obvious?

Vespera let out a sigh. Meanwhile, in the distance, Dominic was already mounting his horse in one smooth

motion. His tall and lean frlooked sharp in black riding gear. His black hair and handsface stood out

easily next to the owner of the private estate, who had blonde hair.

Still, Vespera couldn't shake the question echoing in her mind. Why was Dominic staying behind?

At noon, the owner of the estate prepared a lavish lunch. Vespera and Gerard were invited to ride that morning,

but both declined. Neither wanted to risk getting kicked by a horse. Nevertheless, they joined the meal.

Halfway through, Dominic answered a phone call. The table was too long, so Vespera couldn't hear the other

person on the line. She only caught one line from Dominic. He said, "I'll calone. I'm not bringing anyone with

me."

Then, Dominic ended the call. He glanced across the table only to find Vespera staring at him. She seemed a bit

terrifying.

After lunch, Dominic called Vespera outside and asked, "What's wrong?"

Vespera pursed her lips. She wanted to brush it off by saying it was nothing, but at the last second, she changed

her mind. She asked, "What are you doing tomorrow?"

Dominic asked, "You've been distracted all morning over this?"

Vespera replied, pretending to be uninterested, "Forget it."

Dominic looked at how Vespera put on a long face and chuckled. He pinched her cheek and said, "If you really

want to know, I'll tell you. It's nothing major. It's just a last-minute networking event. It's probably very boring,

but | couldn't get out of it.

"I saw how wiped out you were these past few days and figured it would be better to head back early. But if you

would rather stay and keepcompany, | would love that too. | just didn't want you to be exhausted."

Everything Dominic said made perfect sense, but Vespera couldn't help feeling that something about it didn't

add up. But what was she supposed to say? He had laid out the perfect explanation. If she kept pushing, she

would seem annoying. Vespera nodded and muttered, "So, it's a networking event."

Dominic asked, "Do you want to come?"

Vespera responded, "You already toldto go home. You're the president. Of course, I'll listen."

Dominic gave her shoulders a gentle squeeze and said, "You guys should leave tomorrow. I'll be back the night

the day after. It's just one day apart. It'll go by fast." Vespera nodded and hummed in response. So, Dominic was

still going alone.

In the afternoon, they returned to the villa. Seeing how exhausted Vespera was, Dominic only brought Gerard

with him to the wine tasting event that evening.

Vespera went out for a bit of shopping. She picked up the items Rebecca had asked for and bought souvenirs for

her parents, grandmother, and uncle. By the tshe got back to the villa, the maid had already prepared

dinner for her and Calvert.

They were halfway through the meal when the doorbell rang.

Vespera muttered, "Don't tellNancy has escaped and chere."

Nancy had gone completely silent for days, making Vespera half convinced her phone had been confiscated and

she really had been grounded.

"I'll get it," said Calvert, setting down his fork and knife.