Chapter 53

Mercer pushed Peggy's hand away and said coldly, "Excuse me." Then, he turned and walked out of the room.

"Mercer…" Peggy was very angry, but she had no way to deal with the sudden coldness Mercer exhibited.

Mercer and Simon walked into the elevator one after the other. Mercer asked, "What was her reaction?"

"She asked me to tell you that she'll be having lunch on her own from now on," Simon replied. Hearing this, Mercer frowned.

Simon caught sight of this and gathered his courage, saying, "Mr. Garland, why are you doing this? You clearly care about Mrs. Garland. Seeing her upset must make you feel bad too."

"You're talking too much today," Mercer said as his cold eyes glanced at Simon, who dared not say another word.

The elevator sounded, indicating they'd arrived on the first floor.

Before stepping out, Mercer instructed, "Order a meal from Sunny Café under your name and have it delivered. Make sure to include a freshly baked cream bun. As for the rest, you decide."

"Yes, s