A Crazy Night Novel

Chapter 385 Hard Time

Nathaniel narrowed his eyes at her, signaling for her to continue.

“Even if they did follow me home from the supermarket, how could they be sure that I had anything. valuable on me? Let’s assume that their explanation was the truth. Their target still didn’t seem to be my valuables but was my necklace instead.”

Christina’s intuition was telling her that the two robbers were after her necklace.

The thought of what just happened made her feel anxious.

Nathaniel placed his hands on her and gently massaged her temples. “It’ll be fine. Don’t be scared. I’ll get to the bottom of this.”

The faint fragrance on him could instantly calm her mind.

By the time the car arrived at Scenic Garden Manor, Christina had fallen asleep.

Her petite figure was nestled in his arms like a child.

When they got out of the car, Nathaniel carried her into the house.

A sliver of morning sunlight streamed into the room.

When Christina woke up, she realized she had overslept.

She got up and briefly freshened up before heading out.

Rayne was organizing some information when Christina reached the office. Seeing the latter, Rayne trod over in her heels and reported that day’s work, “Old Mrs. Taggart had requested a custom-made gown a while ago. She called earlier and asked when you would be free to discuss the details.”

“Check my schedule to see when I would be free.” Christina entered her office.

“You only have free time today. At other time slots, the customers will come here to meet with you.”

Maggie Taggart had paid extra to be served at her residence.

“Send the time to my phone. You can go out and do your work if that’s all.”

Some trivial work needed to be done, and they were

her actions were relatively quick. Once she had organized the information, she instructed. the driver to wait for her at the

she arrived at the Taggart

introduced herself to the guard, who promptly opened the

Maggie had made the preparations to receive her, having brewed a pot of coffee and served some snacks to await her.

of Christina’s arrival, Maggie flashed an elegant smile.

successful at such a young age. I’m fortunate to have you custom-make at gown for me.”

Mrs. Taggart. The honor is mine

share the same last name, but when she saw Madison’s portrait and family photo hanging on the wall,

families like them had a regular, trusted tailor who

Christina was sure that Maggie was targeting

going to expose Maggie’s intention before the latter did.

“May I measure your sizes,

responded with a kind smile before gracefully getting to her feet.

Mrs. Taggart, what are your style preferences and preferred

violet, and plum. I haven’t decided which color I want yet. What do you suggest, Ms. Steele?” Maggie asked her in return.

allows one to look more steadfast, violet gives a more festive vibe, while plum is suitable for everyday wear. Which occasion do

“I haven’t made up my mind

latter would handle. the situation and, at the same time, observe her working

design drawings in those colors for you to assess so you can decide which one you’re most satisfied with,” Christina

see the designs today. Is that possible?”

Christina’s answer, she turned to instruct a housekeeper, “Prepare the study for Ms.

to decline, Christina uttered, “I’ll have to trouble you

up the study. Christina sat at a wooden desk, opened the

designs, demanding amendments to be made each time Christina was

difficult for her on purpose.

while, the sound of

Madison was enraged. “Christina, can you carry out the tasks you

doing?” Christina didn’t even bother

care about Mr. Hadley’s health at all Don’t you know he’s still sick?” Despite not being in the company, Madison seemed to care about Nathaniel more

the company until

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