# Hayden found himself buried in work that day, but now he was a bit less patient than usual, and often found himself glancing at his watch, as though he could hardly wait for evening to come. Christian gave him an account of every important detail that had happened during his absence, and while they talked, the pile of documents waiting to be signed had gradually become smaller. Of course, Chris had immediately spotted the new piece of jewellery on his boss’ finger, but had chosen to wait until he himself brought up the issue. When Hayden finally told him about the engagement with a soft voice so untypical of him, Chris only smiled contentedly under his nose. Hayden realized Chris had become a more sincere man over the past few weeks. He suspected that it was all accredited to the influe

