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

I just want to stay here for a while

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

as well as her cheeks,

handed

first. I’ll… be leaving soon,” Shirley softly said, her desolate gaze shifted from the study as she finally

years ago, she too was

much, and they had addressed her as Miss

much too. She had thought that Shirley was smart and was quick to learn. Plus, she could also accompany

thought that those moments could continue. However, it all ended abruptly on a certain day, a certain month, a certain

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

streetlights was so bright that he could clearly see that Shirley’s body and hair were covered

Carter turned and stopped

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

old butler rushed over while

sat on the sofa,

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