Mr. Blanchet’s mood swung like a pendulum; one minute he was raising hell, and the next he was talking to Ellinor in soft whispers.

Ellinor stifled a yawn and responded, “She needs to learn and needs to challenge herself. Otherwise, how is your sis gonna survive out there? What if she can’t even get married?”

Theo patted her head in agreement, “Yeah, time to throw her in the deep end.”

Devin was speechless.

Was Mr. Blanchet really such a loose cannon?

Theo turned his face, and any trace of a smile was gone. He spoke coldly, ‘Where is she? Bring her here!”

Devin answered respectfully, “Ms. Veronica is washing dishes in the kitchen.”

Before he could finish his sentence, the sound of dishes shattering came from the kitchen, almost blowing everyone’s eardrums.

Devin awkwardly continued, “I will fetch Ms. Veronica right away.”

With that, he made a beeline for the kitchen.

long after, Veronica Blanchet emerged from the kitchen, dirt–streaked

temple starting to throb

Veronica notice Ellinor next to Theo and

Ellinor nodded in response.

can’t even do some simple housework? And you can’t study either!

head, “Theo, I didn’t mean to. I’ve never done

one

“Alright…”

“You go up and take a shower first;

a cold glance before turning to Ellinor, his demeanor softening instantly as he lightly stroked Ellinor’s cheek, “Be careful not to slip, and

Ellinor nodded, “Alright.”

the mess on

the stairs, Veronica turned her

wicked woman! This is all your fault! I got scolded by Theo again because

ignored her, simply asking,

even saying? You know I haven’t eaten! You gave all the servants the

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