"The doctor said it was low blood sugar. Alas, Mathew is smart, capable, and hardworking, but unfortunately, he is physically weak.
"He worked overtime for several days in a row for the company. He was so busy that he didn't even have time to eat. As a result, such a thing happened.
"Mathew has no relatives in Riverland. As his boss and classmate, I should help him a bit."
"Mm," I replied.
"I thought you had spent Valentine's with another man."
Hailey rolled her eyes at me.
"How is that possible, honey? You didn't smoke because of jealousy, did you?"
I smiled and said, "No."
"We've been married for so many years. Don't you know my heart?"
Hailey sat down next to me and wrapped her arms around me.
"Sorry, honey. My phone ran out of battery last night, so I didn't call you. You won't blame me, will you?"
"No, I won't."
Hailey lit up with please, "I knew it. Honey, you are the best."
She wanted to kiss me.
But I subconsciously turned my head.
Hailey was a little surprised. She expected me to accept her enthusiastically.
How could I turn my head away from her?
"Honey, what are you..."
I found an excuse for myself. "My mouth is full of the smell of cigarettes. I don't want to disgust you."
"I don't mind."