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The scent of the night filled the air like a soft net enveloping everything. Everywhere you looked was dreamlike and enthralled.
Simon Forrester held Sienna Thornton in his embrace, pulling up a thin blanket to cover her smooth, beautiful body.
He lowered his head to kiss her brow and eyes, smiling contentedly, "I'm already looking forward to next year's birthday."
Sienna Thornton, eyes closed, her breath slightly erratic, "Is Young Mr. Ford satisfied with his birthday gift?"
"Very satisfied," he murmured as he caressed her wrist, "You've worked hard."
"As long as you're satisfied." She rolled out of his embrace, laid on the pillow, her voice gradually fading, "I'm tired, going to sleep now... Happy birthday, baby..."
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The next day, Sienna Thornton went to work with two dark circles under her eyes. As soon as she stepped out of the elevator, Rochelle Linwood noticed she didn't look well and thoughtfully brought her a cup of coffee.
