It was a forbidden topic in her family, and only her father ever brought it up whenever he was enraged with her. Hailey's heart sank and her mood instantly plummeted. "I'm so so sorry, Sis." Chloe walked around the table and hugged her from behind. "I– I didn't mean to bring it up... All I was trying to say is that I didn't tell her more. I never told her anything suspicious. If she has said any horrible words to you, she must have made them all up to frustrate you. I would never do something as betraying you, believe me." Hailey opened her mouth but no words came out. She could only give Chloe a slow nod. She didn't want to be sad. She didn't have to be sad at the reminder of that? The truth was always there and she had been doing okay no matter the circumstances it brought. Chloe released her and went back to sit on the stool. "Forgive me for bringing it up," she whispered. "It's my fault and I will take full responsibility.""You don't need to be responsible for anything." Hail
Chloe remained standing, her eyes going from Hailey to Kara. And after a few seconds, she seemed to have realized her actions. She plopped down on the stool and held her forehead. "Forgive me, Sis, I– I didn't mean to yell." She gave Hailey an apologetic look. "But why?" Her look changed to that of worry. "Do you really want to stay with him forever? What about Rob? What are you going to do with the promise you made him?" "Rob or whatsoever be blasted!" Kara flared up. "What non-existent relationship are you talking about? Isn't it Hailey's decision and her life? What if she wants to stay with her husband forever? Is that a crime?" "But she's not happy!" Chloe's temper was no less. She was now far from the docile girl she'd been moments ago. "Sister's never been happy since they got married. She doesn't want to be with him, and she doesn't love him also. She only loves one person and that's—""Rob, I know." Kara glared at her and said in a mocking tone. "Why would she keep loving R
She didn't want to sink into sadness. She'd had enough of that. If only she could stop thinking and become numb to every kind of negative emotion. A swooshing movement in her abdomen jolted her back to reality, making her snap her eyes open. Hailey's eyes wandered to her bump and an unprecedented smile bloomed on her face.She caressed it for a while and shut her eyes again until they arrived at the mansion. "Madam, we are here." Rick stopped the car in the parking lot and said. Hailey's heart skipped a beat at the sight of the house. She didn't want to admit that she was afraid, but she really was. What if she bumped into the crazy girl before she even reached her room? And what if she was holding a bigger weapon? A sharper one?"Madam?" Rick called her out and Hailey snapped back to her senses. She didn't make any attempt to leave the car and the guy must have sensed her fear. He didn't show any confusion on his face, however. He had been at the scene yesterday and had witnesse
"Lizzy!" One of the maids yelped. "H–How are you sure of that? You'll get fired. What if the Butler catches you and your words reach Master's ears?" Hailey was as shocked and confused as the last maid that spoke. Those words weren't foreign to her, but hearing them from the maid's perspective, it sounded different."The Butler won't know if you girls keep your mouth shut." Lizzy's tone was sharp. "And I'm not making things up, Ma'am Sharon really confessed her feelings to Master. She even offered to..." She trailed off and lowered her voice to the point that Hailey didn't hear her words. But she'd guessed her words and her body shuddered at that. "What!?""Are you serious!?"The two other maids exclamations just confirmed Hailey's thoughts."Yes. That's exactly what she wanted.""But Master would never do that. He would never cheat on Madam. Isn't he head over heels for her lately?" "Of course, he wouldn't." The first maid sighed. "He had rejected her and even threatened to send he
Hailey moved away from the wall with a hand still on her chest. She had really misjudged Kendrick. Things were not entirely the way she had suspected. And Sharon's weird behavior... No wonder she had found her actions weird in the kitchen. And she even cut herself without blinking. Her instincts hadn't been wrong. Sharon wasn't normal, because she was on drugs. So all those things she'd mentioned about her and Kendrick were all made up. There wasn't anything going on between them and Kendrick didn't reciprocate her feelings. Then what was Kendrick doing in her room constantly? Hailey took a step forward then paused. If she went inside now, wouldn't it be like she'd walked on the maids? Although they'd already switched to another conversation, it wasn't for long and it would be like she'd been eavesdropping. Would that even be a crime? Wasn't it inappropriate for them to gossip this much? But then if it wasn't for their words, Hailey would still be doubting Kendrick. She would sti
A new door was installed in the kitchen and the inside was spotlessly clean. Hailey touched the new door and examined it from the top to bottom. It was similar to the old one Kendrick had broken. And she marveled at his strength. A mere hitting the door with her bare hand would probably break her wrist. How could he be so strong? And another thought came to her mind. Was Kendrick alright? Hailey left the door alone and walked inside the kitchen. Even the broken appliances were replaced. Did they make all these repairs yesterday? She headed to the fridge and brought out some vegetables. After arranging the ingredients, she took her time to cook a light brunch. Maybe she should add some side dishes. With that in mind, she took more time in the kitchen than expected. And when she was finally done cooking, an enticing aroma of a variety of dishes hung in the atmosphere. Hailey smiled down at her work and took off her apron. Would this be enough? If it wouldn't, she'd come back to ma
"Hehe, Madam. Don't misunderstand, Master and I are only discussing—""I know what you're discussing, Collins." Hailey fought her anger from flaring up, then she put on an offended look. "I worked so hard to prepare these dishes and Kendrick is obviously hungry. Apart from overlooking his health, how could you say I want to poison Kendrick? Didn't he save my life just yesterday? Do you think it is the best way to repay my savior?" "Erhm..." The Butler scratched the back of his neck and his face flushed with embarrassment.Then Hailey glanced toward Kendrick. "If you still think I poisoned this food, then I'll prove to you that I did not." And she scooped a large portion of the food from Kendrick's plate then put it all in her mouth. "Madam, no. The baby." Hailey glared at the Butler as she slowly chewed the food. But he and Kendrick stared at her in shock and when she finally picked up a glass of water and pushed it down, their expressions instantly ebbed with relief."Hehe, Madam.
Just because she'd put it that way even though she hadn't really meant it, Kendrick was willing to fulfill her wish. Her lips tugged at the corners and her eyes tinged. How could he be this considerate even though all she'd done was scream and yell when a slight matter arose? "A–Are you alright?" She lifted her head and asked softly. "Yes, I'm fine," Kendrick replied and there was a subtle smile on his face. He stood up from his chair and Hailey instantly took the jacket from his hand. "Are you off to work?" She asked as he walked past her. His footsteps were slowed, he must still be feeling uncomfortable. Kendrick nodded to her question and rearranged his necktie. Hailey could see him struggling with it. Even his inner white shirt was damp at the back with perspiration. He had eaten too much, added to the fact that the food was hot. Would be able to go to work? Besides, the sun was high up in the sky. And wasn't he tired from the trip?"But Ken— Kendrick." Hailey picked up her