They had made love deep into the night, and as a result, both of them woke up late the next morning. Fortunately, Lucas had already ironed their clothes the night before and hung them on the rack in the living room. They rushed through washing up and got dressed. Before they headed out the door, Iris straightened out Lucas' bag for him. Lucas looked down at her and smiled. "You really do look like a devoted wife right now." Iris felt her heart give a little jump. Her hands nearly fumbled. She finished tying his tie and gave him a light smack. "Too bad my whole persona is a career woman." Lucas laughed and pulled her in, planting a kiss on her cheek. "And my persona is a devoted househusband who follows your every command." "Oh, shut up." She dragged him briskly out of the apartment. "We

