On a tranquil afternoon, Charlotte relaxed on the sofa, sipping her juice and relishing the sound of Griffith kneading dough in the kitchen. The rhythmic thud of his hands on the flour was more soothing to her than the most enchanting symphony. She turned her head and spotted the typically stern-looking man, now sporting an apron, his hands dusted in flour, glancing in her direction.With sympathy in her gaze, she inquired, "Griffith, what's the matter? Are you tired?"In her left hand, she held a handkerchief, as if preparing to get off the couch to wipe his sweat, but her right hand discreetly reached for her phone. The phone, left behind by Francine upon her departure, contained only one number. Francine had said that if she dialed it, she would come immediately.Griffith snorted coldly and responded irritably, "Stay where you are."Charlotte concealed her delight and reclined on the couch once more, nibbling on a peach. She cast a sidelong glance at the kitchen and then cleared
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