Resent, Reject, Regret

Chapter 852 I Need More Time

Brendan sank into silence. Deirdre withdrew her fingers into her palm and turned away.

The journey was a silent one as they drove to the old residence. Since Brendan had informed the Brighthall family entourage beforehand, several maids and domestic workers waited for her arrival.

When Deirdre got out of the car, Brendan said, “There has always been just one person in my heart, and that’s you, Dee. I just need more time.”

He did not stop to visit the house. Instead, he drove away. Deirdre had not even made her way to the living room when

Madame Brighthall appeared and hurried toward her. One of the maids was even calling out to her from behind. “Please, ma’am! It’s cold and windy out here! You should put on more clothes!”

Deirdre stayed where she was, her feet rooted to the ground. Madame Brighthall approached and greeted jovially, “Deirdre, dear, Bren told me you’re coming to stay for two days!”

Brendan had even lied to his mother.

We have everything here. Everything you'll ever need and so much more! J should brew you a nice warming

required much acclimation since Madame

mistress’ example and also

today when Deirdre accidentally overheard one of the maids’ conversation with Madame Brighthall. “Pardon my candor, ma’am, but does Mr. Brighthall really like Miss McKinnon? He placed her here while she is pregnant, for two days without ever

the maid when she caught sight of Deirdre by the

think Bren’s just too busy with his work. He hasn’t come back here for a really long time, you know? And there are so many things pending his decision” Deirdre gave a faint smile, though that appeared to be the extent of her reaction. “Don’t worry, Madame

for a chat. Midway through, however, one of the maids interrupted them

came back a different woman altogether. In fact, her

“Anything wrong, Madame Brighthall?”

be calm and flashed a smile. “Just

could tell she was holding back information, so she decided not to ask at all.

“Where are you going?”

the evening. If you’re bored while I am away, have the maid accompany you in our garden. A little walk should be beneficial to the

on the couch, Deirdre felt the