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.

seated at the dining table, with two empty chairs beside the patriarch reserved, quite obviously, for Zavier and Skyler.e2

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

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

Skyler nodded.

just celebrated his twentieth birthday last month. He’s young and reckless, and does not think of consequences. But now that he’s got someone to look after him, he ought to settle down a bit.” He looked at Skyler with

not knowing what else to say-or

at that. Everyone expected Skyler

him and were just

laugh, chimed in, “You can rest easy. Skyler’s a real catch, pretty as a picture. Even I get a bit jealous, let alone those young lads.

the underlying implication was clear-Skyler was to win Zavier over

couldn’t speak up. She looked to her parents for support, but Barbara seemingly misunderstood Sierra’s insinuation, adding, “You all can relax. Skyler’s a sensible girl; she’ll serve Zavier

her fists at her sides, maintaining

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

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