Chapter 400: A Rose 405

apter 405 Vilson forced back a low grunt. “Are you planning to leave after teasing me?”

Vilson’s captivating eyes darkened, his intense gaze drifting to Yvette’s soft, rosy lips. He had been under lose watch by Jacob and the others, leaving him unable to get close to Yvette for what felt like ages.

You smell like smoke,” she noted.

he scent wasn’t unpleasant, but Yvette didn’t like it.

eeing her look of disapproval, Wilson forced himself to push down the restless desire stirring within him. is long, graceful fingers gently traced the curve of her lips, the usual cool restraint in his demeanor eplaced by a mischievous glint that was surprisingly enticing.

Okay. I’ll make up for today’s kisses next time.”

Please take a seat, Mrs. Robertson.” Given that Irwin wasn’t home, Yara had to host Molly and Alice. Her emeanor was composed, exuding the grace and poise of a refined lady of the house.

Mrs. Murray, I apologize for dropping by unannounced. I hope we haven’t caused any inconvenience.”

espite Molly’s flattery, Yara remained composed and replied politely, “Not at all. Guests are always elcome.”

eeing Yara’s cool demeanor, Molly smiled even more ingratiatingly and attempted to strike up a onversation.

Mrs. Murray, I heard that your daughter is also studying at Jubilife University. She’s of the same age as my daughter, Alice. She recently returned to Jubilife and hasn’t had the chance to make any friends yet. It would be wonderful if she could become friends with your daughter.”

ara raised an eyebrow at this suggestion. Yvette wasn’t usually interested in socializing with the other lite young ladies in the country. It wouldn’t be a bad idea for Yvette to befriend the Robertson family’s aughter.

hat way, her beloved daughter would have a friend her age, and Yara wouldn’t have to worry about vette feeling lonely oticing the slight change in Yara’s attitude, Molly quickly gave Alice a meaningful look.

lice immediately caught on and smiled gracefully. “Mrs. Murray, I’ve just returned to Jubilife and don’t ave any friends yet. I truly hope to find a close friend here.”

s soon as she finished speaking, a maid at the door respectfully announced, “Mrs. Murray, Ms.

Murray as returned.”

lice’s eyes flickered as she feigned excitement and rushed toward the door, When she saw the familiar gure standing there, her smile instantly froze, and she stammered in disbelief.

-Yvette, what are you doing here?” Before Alice could finish speaking, Yara dashed over and embraced vette tightly. “My precious daughter, you’re back! I’ve missed you so much.”

What? Alice felt like her head was about to explode. The insufferable Yvette was the pampered daughter f the Murray family? How was that possible?

vette smirked slightly, her cool gaze settling on Alice. “What’s the matter? Are you surprised to see me ere?”

Alice didn’t know how to respond as she was still reeling from the shock. Molly, who was standing next to her, questioned, “Alice, do you know Ms. Murray?”

Alice’s face drained of color as her voice trembled. “W We are in the same class.”

Molly’s face lit up with joy. “Oh, what a coincidence! You two must be fated to meet.”

Yvette lazily raised an eyebrow and said with a wry s