Eugene took the breakfast from the butler, carefully opening each container and setting them on the small table. His meticulousness surprised the butler.

"Mr. Lowe, let me handle it," the butler offered. He was trying to gauge whether Zoe was really Eugene's girlfriend or just someone brought in to appease Eugene's grandmother, Mrs. Lowe Sr. Eugene saw through him instantly and immediately put on a stern face. "What, I'm taking care of my girlfriend, and you want to take over? Have you forgotten my rules just because I've been away all these years?"

The butler quickly backtracked. "Of course not. I only wanted to be of service. Since you're handling it, I'll take my leave."

With a wave of his hand, Eugene dismissed him and sat by Zoe's bedside, feeding her soup.

"Careful, it's hot. This chicken soup is full of nutrients. If you ever want more, just let me know, and I'll have them make it for you. Whatever you want to eat, I'll make sure they cook it."

"Promise? You better not be lying to me," Zoe teased, adding a playful glint to her eyes to make the act more convincing.

left some time ago, but

rest yourself then. By the way, I'm Eugene Lowe, the fourth son of the Lowe family in

them before. This was her first encounter,

my girlfriend, right? I really don't want to go on any more blind

definitely

grabbed her bag and stood up. "Look thanks for what you did last night, and I helped

tangled up in this any further, she hurriedly

entire night waiting at her

been taken advantage of. Seeing that she was dressed neatly with no marks on

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