A bad cold landing her in the hospital for several days? Damian, being as sharp as he was, would naturally see through her ploy. Emily had anticipated this. She didn’t plan on hiding it and admitted frankly, "You live recklessly, without a care, but I have to maintain a reputation. That morning, I ran into students. If this happens again, my reputation will be ruined. Since I got sick, I had a legitimate reason to stay away from the hotel."
Before he could respond, she cautiously asked, "What do you need from me this time?"
Her nervousness seemed to amuse him, as he chuckled softly, "I want you to fly halfway across the world to attend a party with me."
Emily was taken aback, "You’re out of the country?"
"In Spain," he replied, pausing before adding, "Their language is so grating, nois
