Chapter 1667

Eight years.

This number meant a long torment to him.

In contrast to the eight years, he did not know why this moment made him feel anguish.

Carter’s calm face betrayed subtle changes. He picked up his phone to make a call…

The wind and snow grew heavier, and the night gradually grew more obscure.

Despite that, Shirley remained standing at the same spot, her eyes staring at the study, which remained unlit this entire time.

Suddenly, she heard the creaking sounds of footsteps approaching her. It was the old butler. He held an umbrella as he stepped on the thin layer of accumulated snow to reach her side. Then, he held the umbrella over her head.

“Miss Jenny, the snow is getting heavier. Why don’t you go back?” advised the old butler, his eyes filled with pity.

shook her head, the snow on her

stay here for a while longer…

help but sneeze mid-sentence as the cold pierced into her

breath, as well as her cheeks,

mind, the old butler handed the

first. I’ll… be leaving soon,” Shirley softly said, her

many years ago, she too was a member

her very much, and

thought that Shirley was smart and was quick to learn. Plus, she could also

that those moments could continue. However, it all ended abruptly on

returned to the French windows again. Despite being in the dark study room, he

from the yard streetlights was so bright that he could clearly see that

Carter turned and

Shirley’s footsteps toward the gates gradually died away. One second later, she collapsed on the cold snow-covered

old butler rushed over while calling for help.

silently sat on the sofa, alone, with the lights

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