This was his special recipe.
With her head bowed, she stirred the bowl in silence.
The servant sensed that Alexis had likely noticed something amiss, so she grew increasingly nervous and worried that Alexis might refuse to have more.
Leonel had prepared the treat, and Alexis knew it from the first sip she took.
She hesitated for a long time, before bringing another spoonful to her lips.
The sweet treat, typically served cold to be refreshing, unexpectedly harbored a hint of bitterness.
Alexis tasted it; initially slowly, but then her pace quickened.
Before long, she had finished the entire bowl and looked up at the servant.
âItâs tasty,â she declared.
The servant exhaled in relief.
Taking the bowl from Alexis, she smiled and said, âThereâs one more bowl.
You can have it later.
Mr.
Fowler mentioned you should only have up to two bowls since itâs best not to consume too much cold food.
â
âOkay,â Alexis responded.
Pleased with Alexisâ appetite, the servant exited briskly.
As she reached for the doorknob, Alexisâ voice stopped her.
âI would Like some chicken with mushrooms for dinner.
â
Turning around with a smile, the servant replied, âCertainly, Iâll have the cook prepare it immediately.
â
Alexis felt uncomfortable under the watchful eyes and pretended to focus on the book she held, which the servant noticed was upside down.
âMiss Fowler, your book is upside down,â she pointed out.
Alexisâ cheeks turned pink.
Clearing her throat, she explained, âIâm holding it like this for the baby to read.
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After the servant headed downstairs, Waylen set aside his magazine.
âHas she eaten?â he inquired.
Rena, too, was concerned about Alexis.
Evelyn and Daniel also Listened intently.
The servant quickly responded, âYes, she enjoyed itâ
She paused, and then added, âShe might guess who prepared it, but she didnât say anything.
She also requested chicken with mushrooms for dinner.
Mr.
and Mrs.
Fowler, Iâll be in the kitchen.
â
Waylen smiled.
âFinally, sheâs eating.
Itâs all thanks toââ
He suddenly cut himself off, realizing something significant.
Rena understood what he was about to say and, with a sigh, turned to check on Evelyn and Daniel.
As Daniel ascended the stairs, he couldnât resist glancing outside the villa.