Chapter 81

Sarah

"Vincent, you don't have to do this," I croak out as he canceled yet another one of his meetings with a client.

"Yes, I do," he says.

"No, you don't. I am fine on my own. Jennifer is here and..."

"Sarah, stop," he says, his voice firm yet lined with a tenderness that wasn't part of his usual attitude. He smooths back the hair sticking to my forehead. "You need me here."

I open my mouth to protest once again, but the piercing intensity in his eyes brings me to a halt. It's the same unwavering look he always gives when he has made up his mind about something, leaving no room for argument.

"Your health is still fragile," Vincent insists, flashing a warm smile that sends a rush of warmth through my chest, "You need someone here to take care of you."

"I know, but Jennifer is already here. She can help with Bryce, and Sophia said she can come over too. You don't have to leave your office just to be here with me," I retort.

Even though I am overjoyed to have him by my side, there is a