Chapter 956

Back home, Lucy had already asked Maria to prepare a room for Theodore, and he easily made his way inside.

The household staff members were all watching Lucy’s so-called 'brother', each of them sticking their heads out, staring intently.

Maria quickly shooed them away. "Shoo, shoo! Stop gawking like you've never seen a guest before. Haven't you all witnessed grand occasions?"

With that scolding, the maids returned to their tasks—some tending to the garden, others cleaning the house—allowing the Leon family to finally have some peace.

"Where are my niece and nephew? Lucy, did you hide them away?" Theodore teased, making Lucy burst out laughing.

"Would I be so mean? Of course not! They’re waiting for their uncle in their room!" Lucy grabbed his hand and jogged toward the little ones' room.

When the door opened, the first to greet them was the golden retriever. Upon seeing Lucy, it leaped into her arms.

Then, it barked loudly at Theodore.

Theodore cautiously petted its head, and t