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.

snow on her

stay here for

not help but sneeze mid-sentence as the cold pierced into her

her breath, as well as

change Shirley’s mind, the old butler handed the umbrella to her. However, Shirley shook her

should go back first. I’ll… be leaving soon,” Shirley softly said, her desolate gaze

that, many years ago, she too was a member

had respected her very much, and they

Shirley was smart and was quick to learn. Plus, she

continue. However, it all ended abruptly on a

being in the dark study

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

Carter turned and

of Shirley’s footsteps toward the gates

butler rushed over

sofa, alone, with the lights

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