Impulsive Vow to an Enigmatic Husband

Chapter 1686

In just five short minutes, Skyler got into the special car sent by the Rivera family. With few vehicles on the road at night, the journey was smooth, and she arrived in just half an hour.

The old butler had informed Hudson of Skyler’s imminent arrival, so Hudson was still up, waiting in the living room, a rare break in his usual routine.

Upon hearing of her arrival, Hudson even made a move to greet her in person.

The butler quickly interjected, steadying Hudson with a gentle hand on his arm, “Mr. Hudson, there’s no need for you to personally welcome the younger generation.”

Hudson cast a cool glance at the butler, “Don’t think I’m oblivious to the fact that you, like everyone else in this household, wouldn’t mind seeing her stumble.”

The butler felt a chill run down his spine at Hudson’s words, “Sir, I…”

Hudson continued, “It’s true that Skyler is a pawn the Blue family is using to curry favor with us, the Riveras. But she’s also the wife I’ve chosen for Zavier. If he is to take over the helm of Rivera Inc., she will be the lady of the house.”e2

the Rivera legacy was anything but secure, and the position of the

even more unthinkable.

thoughts to himself, though, responding with due respect, “Sir, I’ll make sure to treat the young lady properly from

decades at my side, if you still require guidance, then perhaps it’s time you considered retirement.”

the butler, who hastily replied, “Mr. Hudson, please, have a seat. I’ll go welcome Miss

there, “Grandpa. I’m so sorry to disturb you at this late

sweet, her manners impeccable, and

me unless there’s a matter at hand. What seems to

I cannot handle on my

had connections in the capital, and Skyler knew she was no match for them. But with the formidable Rivera family behind

“You tell me everything, my child. With me

had shown her kindness, whether feigned or genuine. She confided her evening’s ordeal to Hudson, carefully

has put you in harm’s way. From now on, you can attend your