Chapter 23

Chapter 23 He Set the Rules

Kate remained silent, simply embracing Eric tightly, gradually calming the emotions swirling within her. Eric stood still, allowing her to hold onto him for ten minutes.

Throughout this time, Summer Estate fell into silence, with the servants stealing glances at the embracing pair before quickly averting their eyes.

Only when Kate composed herself and released him did Eric softly inquire, “What’s the matter?”

Taking a deep breath, Kate spoke with a touch of sorrow. “I woke up and you were gone. I was frightened.”

A flicker of surprise crossed Eric’s eyes, never expecting such a response from Kate. She had rushed out in a panic, all because she hadn’t seen him upon waking up?

“Eric.”

Sniffling, Kate’s voice was gentle, almost disbelieving, “Could you come to Summer Estate every day to sleep with me from now on?”

Eric said nothing.

Eric gazed steadily at Kate, meeting her cautious eyes with a hint of anticipation, and nodded. without hesitation. “Of course.”

A smile graced Kate’s face as she couldn’t resist leaning in to plant a quick kiss on Eric’s cheek. “Honey, you’re so kind!”

Eric’s throat tightened, his eyes deepening as he focused on Kate’s bare feet. Without a word, he lifted her horizontally.

Exclaiming softly, Kate instinctively wrapped her arms around Eric’s neck, allowing him to carry her to the living room sofa. He knelt down and slipped a pair of slippers onto her feet.

And then something happened.

An abrupt shutter sound shattered the intimate atmosphere in the living room.

Eric’s eyes turned icy as he turned towards the kitchen, and Kate followed his gaze. They spotted a middle–aged maid at the kitchen door, clad in an apron, attempting to conceal her phone in a fluster.

Meeting Eric’s cold stare, the maid forced a smile, “Mr. Eric…

A trace of disdain flickered in Eric’s eyes as he spoke in a chilling tone. “Delete it.”

The maid hastened to comply, “Yes, yes…

Chapter 23 He Set the Rules

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Kate’s voice halted the maid’s actions. She scrutinised the maid, her tone tinged with suspicion as she said, “Bring the phone here.”

The maid hesitated for a moment before approaching, trembling as she handed the phone to Kate. She kept her head bowed, trembling like a leaf, avoiding Eric’s gaze entirely.

Kate examined the photo on the phone. It captured Eric assisting her with the slippers. The image exuded warmth yet carried a hint of ambiguity.

Glancing at the maid, Kate remarked calmly, “You captured a nice moment.”

The maid seemed to relax, about to speak when Kate’s tone turned cold, “However, taking photos in the Summer Estate goes against the rules. Are you openly defying the regulations?”

The maid’s smile faltered, staring at Kate in disbelief as she tried to explain, “Madam, I…

“Enough!”

Kate’s voice cut through, her expression frosty, “The rules were established by Mr. Eric. Do you have an issue with that?”

Eric cast a disinterested glance at Kate before fixing his sharp gaze on the maid.

Immediately, the maid trembled even more violently, swiftly lowering her head, avoiding Eric’s gaze, her voice filled with panic and fear, “N–no.”

However, deep inside, she experienced a feeling of unease and annoyance.

What is going on with Kate today? Why is she so obsessed with the regulations of the Summer Estate?

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