"I have so many managers-if they can't handle the company's affairs, then why am I even paying them? And if things really get out of hand, I have my three brothers. They'll step in when needed. Plus, Josh and Zachary will help too. Don't worry-Lewis & Co. won't go bankrupt just because I'm away for a while." Right now, nothing mattered more to Duncan than his wife.

With his brothers helping out and a well-trained management team running the company, there was no reason for him to stress over work.

And if anyone dared remind him of his disability?

Well, when his brothers grumbled about handling extra responsibilities, he simply pointed out that he was now a "useless man" who could barely walk. That usually shut them up, leaving them no choice but to handle business without further complaints. The group stepped inside the house.

"Let's eat first," Kathryn suggested.

The warmth of the heating system wrapped around them, and Duncan suddenly felt hot.

Liberty noticed right away and helped him take off his coat.

"I'll take you to wash your hands before we eat," she offered, ready to assist him.

Duncan shook his head. "No need. I can still walk a short distance."

for her to let him go, and Liberty stepped

brought out the prepared dishes, setting them on the

had several dining rooms. When the whole family gathered, they used the larger dining room, where a long table could accommodate twenty people at once. If there was an even bigger event,

Duncan, these dishes were all made by Mr. Fraser himself. You'll have to taste his cooking," Kathryn said

standing beside her, simply

Fraser cooked,

a good bottle of

Liberty said, turning to

tone

need to return to work today, and Kathryn and Pedro weren't planning to go

wine wouldn't

only know how to make

little humility is nice, but don't downplay your skills. With your cooking, you

of his many talents. And not just

at Kathryn. "I worked hard to improve my cooking so you could enjoy your

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