Chapter 1622

Skyler nodded obediently.

But ultimately, it was Zavier’s decision; if he wanted to leave, there was so little someone as insignificant as her could do to stop him.

The butler was quite pleased with how sensible and well-behaved Skyler was. “But you know how he is; even Mr. Hudson can’t control him. You’ll have to take it slow with him.”

“Yes,” Skyler replied softly.

“The family’s all waiting for you. Hurry along to dinner,” the butler encouraged.

With a gentle hum of acknowledgment, Skyler followed the butler inside.

empty chairs beside the patriarch reserved, quite obviously, for

absence, Skyler was unsure where to seat herself, but Hudson beckoned

beside him. That’s when Hudson asked, “Did that rascal Zavier

Skyler nodded.

think of consequences. But now that he’s got someone to look after him, he ought to settle down a bit.” He

was all Skyler could muster, not knowing what else to say-or if she could say anything

young man at

knew she couldn’t handle him and were just adding pressure for the fun

Even I get a bit jealous, let alone those young

words sounded like a compliment, but the underlying implication was clear-Skyler was to win

looked to her parents for support, but Barbara seemingly misunderstood Sierra’s insinuation, adding, “You all can relax. Skyler’s a

and Skyler clenched her fists at her sides, maintaining a polite

treat,” Sierra said, while brazenly serving Skyler more food. “Eat up, dear, you’ll need your

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