The Billionaire’s Maid Bride

Chapter 3

Allison froze in her tracks, her heart pounding. She clung to the tray she was holding, trying to hide her nerves.

But the slight tremor in her body betrayed her anxiety, causing a flicker of displeasure in Lucian’s eyes.

He lounged on the couch, legs crossed, and asked in a low voice, “Am I that scary? Your hands are shaking”

Turning her head. Allison clenching her hands tightly, she mumbled, “It’s my first time serving such a distinguished guest, I’m a bit nervous. Hope you understand.”

Seeing her still looking scared, Lucian averted his eyes. Maybe he was just too tired lately. There was no way this woman could be “Penelope.”

He waved her away, and Allison scurried out the back door without hesitation. She closed the door behind her and leaned against it, finally relaxing a bit.

He didn’t recognize her, thank god….

the living room, Lucian watched her hurriedly retreating figure, his eyes growing even darker, “Does the Flanagan family have a cherry blossom tree?”

the backyard.”

of Allison’s home, there was a cherry

Lucian nodded.

voice rang out, “Mr.

dress, her face adorned with delicate

the stairs.

father, Christopher. “Mr. Lindberg, sorry to keep you waiting! What

on Penelope, “I’m here today to discuss my engagement with

Engagement?

of all. So this was Lucian’s explanation!

aware of their daughter’s predicament from last night, exchanged

just two days, the news of Lucian’s engagement to Penelope had spread throughout Northfield, with media outlets

right.