Let Me Stay The Night

Chapter 385 Hard Time 

Nathaniel narrowed his eyes at her, signaling for her to continue.

“Even if they did follow me home from the supermarket, how could they be sure that I had anything. valuable on me? Let’s assume that their explanation was the truth. Their target still didn’t seem to be my valuables but was my necklace instead.”

Christina’s intuition was telling her that the two robbers were after her necklace.

The thought of what just happened made her feel anxious.

Nathaniel placed his hands on her and gently massaged her temples. “It’ll be fine. Don’t be scared. I’ll get to the bottom of this.”

The faint fragrance on him could instantly calm her mind.

By the time the car arrived at Scenic Garden Manor, Christina had fallen asleep.

Her petite figure was nestled in his arms like a child.

When they got out of the car, Nathaniel carried her into the house.

A sliver of morning sunlight streamed into the room.

When Christina woke up, she realized she had overslept.

She got up and briefly freshened up before heading out.

Rayne was organizing some information when Christina reached the office. Seeing the latter, Rayne trod over in her heels and reported that day’s work, “Old Mrs. Taggart had requested a custom-made gown a while ago. She called earlier and asked when you would be free to discuss the details.”

“Check my schedule to see when I would be free.” Christina entered her office.

“You only have free time today. At other time slots, the customers will come here to meet with you.”

Maggie Taggart had paid extra to be served at her residence.

“Send the time to my phone. You can go out and do your work if that’s all.”

her computer and began working. Some trivial work needed to be done, and they were particularly time-consuming

her actions were relatively quick. Once she had organized the information, she instructed. the

hour later, she arrived at the

herself to the guard,

room, she noticed Maggie had made the preparations to receive her, having brewed a pot of coffee and

of Christina’s arrival, Maggie flashed

indeed very successful at such a young age. I’m fortunate to have you custom-make

The honor

the same last name, but when she saw Madison’s portrait and family photo hanging on the wall, Christina was certain that Maggie was Madison’s grandmother.

wealthy families like them had a regular, trusted tailor who would make custom-made outfits

that

she wasn’t going to expose Maggie’s intention

her measuring tape. “May I

kind smile before gracefully getting to

“Old Mrs. Taggart, what are your style preferences and

yet. What

more steadfast, violet gives a more festive vibe, while plum is suitable for everyday wear. Which occasion do you plan to attend with this gown, Old Mrs.

“I haven’t made up my mind yet.”

Christina, wanting to assess how the latter would handle. the situation and, at the same time, observe her

three design drawings in those colors for you to assess so you can decide which one you’re most satisfied with,” Christina

see the designs today. Is that possible?”

waiting for Christina’s answer, she turned to instruct a housekeeper, “Prepare the study for Ms.

to decline, Christina uttered, “I’ll have to trouble

cleaned up the study. Christina sat at a wooden desk, opened the design page on her tablet, and

changes to the designs, demanding amendments to be made each

difficult for

the sound of footsteps approaching rang out.

of Christina’s serious demeanor, Madison was enraged. “Christina, can you carry out the tasks you

should I be doing?” Christina didn’t even bother to look

don’t you care about Mr. Hadley’s health at all Don’t you know he’s still sick?” Despite not being in the company, Madison seemed to care about Nathaniel

company until they notified her

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