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.

two empty chairs beside the patriarch reserved, quite obviously,

seat herself, but Hudson beckoned her with a smile. “Kid, come

her place beside him. That’s when

Skyler nodded.

to look after him, he

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

A very strong-willed young man at that. Everyone expected Skyler to

they knew she couldn’t handle him and were just adding pressure for the fun of it.

can rest easy. Skyler’s a real catch, pretty as a picture. Even I get a bit jealous, let alone those young lads. I bet it won’t be long before Zavier’s eating out of her hand.”

words sounded like a compliment, but the underlying implication was clear-Skyler was to win Zavier over with her charms.

looked to her parents for support, but Barbara

Skyler clenched her fists at her sides, maintaining a

while brazenly serving Skyler more food. “Eat up, dear, you’ll need your strength tonight.”

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