Chapter 3

I let out a sigh, about to say something, when Houston's phone rang again.

"Houston, why aren't you back yet?" Charlotte's voice came through the phone.

Houston glanced at me, a flicker of hesitation in his eyes. "I'm kind of tied up here."

"Baby and I both miss you," Charlotte said, her voice dripping with sweetness.

Houston's gaze softened. "Alright, I'm coming back now."

After hanging up, he shot me an apologetic look. "The pizza will be here soon. Just get some rest at the hospital. I've already taken care of the hospital bill, so don't worry about it. I'll…