"I... I've got a trip to Jakval coming up in a few days." Bettie scrambled for an excuse.

"You can fly from Hailand straight there."

“But... Then I'd have to lug around my makeup kit and dresses. It's a hassle."

"Don't you have an assistant? Get her to sort it out."

Bettie was at a loss for words.

Seeing Bettie's reluctance, Amirah grew suspicious.

Feeling pressured, Bettie finally relented. "Fine."

"Then I'll have my assistant book your ticket." Lance shot Bettie a glance and then texted his assistant.

Bettie was rendered speechless.

Once they departed from her parents' place, Bettie grabbed Lance's sleeve and questioned, "Are you really going on that business trip? Or did you lie to my mother?"

"I am going on a business trip."

"Did you really ask your assistant to book the ticket for me?"

"Yes."

"What?" Bettie hesitated before demanding, "Tell them to cancel it!"

Looking at Bettie, Lance said, “You've agreed to come with me in your parents’ presence. If you back out..."

"You know what, I'll talk to my mom. Just cancel the ticket!"

"No. Don't you remember our deal? We have to play the loving couple in front of your parents. We just held the wedding but you chose not to tag along on my business trip. That's not like you at all, and it's bound to raise suspicions with your dad," Lance replied.

Bettie pondered if that was really her style.

Lance caught her expression and squeezed her hand, saying, "Just come with me. I'll wrap up my work early and we'll have a blast for a few days."

Bettie reluctantly agreed.