Chapter 248

That afternoon was spent in passionate intimacy. Calla didn't manage to study and was utterly exhausted by the end of it. They barely managed to tidy everything up before Alicia's arrival.

When Alicia entered, Mercer was fully dressed, sitting on the couch while reading documents. Meanwhile, Calla was busy in the kitchen.

"Mr. Garland, you're off work early today," Alicia said politely as she changed into her indoor shoes.

"I just arrived." Mercer looked up and nodded in acknowledgment.

Cooking in the kitchen, Calla heard Mercer's reply and couldn't help but smirk. She thought to herself that he was good at putting on a show. Just a minute ago, he was lying disheveled on her bed.

"I'll help in the kitchen," Alicia said, washing her hands and heading to join Calla.

Alicia and Calla chatted in low voices while cooking in the kitchen.

"Hey, why is the scrooge here so early today?" Alicia glanced toward the living room.

"I have no idea," Calla replied with a smile.

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