It had been over a month since Christine Quinn last flew to T City to see Howard Geoffrey; they hadn't seen each other in all that time…
During that period, Howard did return to New York, but due to his busy schedule, he had stayed at the company.
Later, Howard flew back to T City for a project and had only returned today.
"There's no need, Christine. Happy birthday."
Howard murmured in a low, husky voice, dropping a kiss on Christine's forehead.
Deeply moved, Christine accepted the birthday present from Howard. Her eyes reddened with disbelief as she choked out, "I thought you'd forgotten today was my birthday…"
"Silly girl," Howard said, pulling Christine into his arms.
Her heart aching with a sense of grievance, Christine leaned against Howard's chest. Then, smiling through her tears, she opened the square velvet box in her hand.
She had been hoping for a ring, but what met her gaze was an expensive and tasteful brooch…
