Chapter 42

Adam was still in bed with me when I woke up the next morning. I could hear his heavy breathing as I pulled his arms from around my waist.

This was easier said than done.

The man had a grip that would rival a toddler on their father's leg.

I looked at the clock and noticed it was still early in the morning Adam's meetings wouldn't begin for a few more hours.

Looking at him, I could tell he had gotten little sleep last night. He had dark circles around his eyes. In fact, he was in such an exhaustive state of sleep, he was nearly snoring.

I felt a pang of guilt in my chest.

I couldn't imagine the stress this probably put him under. He had so much to deal with already with the Centennial and Europe on the line. The added stress of the tulip's arrival was just the cherry on top.

I got out of the bed quietly and changed into comfortable clothes before brushing my teeth.

After doing so, I called and asked for breakfast to be sent up to the room. I had no sooner pulled the cart of food into