Chapter 18
Harper was reviewing paint samples in the penthouse when Sebastian came out of his office looking stressed.
"I need to go to San Francisco tomorrow," he said, loosening his tie. "There's a deal that has been in negotiation for months, and it's finally closing. I have to be there in person."
"How long will you be gone?"
"Two days. Maybe three." Sebastian paused. "Actually, you should come with me."
Harper looked up from the paint samples. "What? Why?"
"Because we're married. Because married couples travel together for business trips. Because if I show up alone after being married for less than two months, it is going to look suspicious."
"Sebastian, I have the renovation. The electrical contractor is coming tomorrow to assess the second floor, and I need to approve the til
