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Judy didn’t wait for Driscoll’s response; she strode confidently towards the stairs. But Driscoll, disliking Judy’s unilateral decisions, intervened, his tone tinged with impatience and a hint of warning. “Miss Foster, whether you’re a guest or a maid, it’s not within your rights to meddle in Mr. Owen’s affairs.”

Narrowing his eyes, Driscoll cautioned, saying, “Please remember your place and refrain from acting inappropriately.”

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Judy clenched her teeth, seething at Driscoll’s presumption. After all, he was just a butler—how dare he address her like that? In her mind, Judy vowed that once she became Jayden’s wife, the first person she would dismiss would be Driscoll.

Observing Judy’s reluctance to comply, Driscoll sensed her hidden agenda. He surmised that she intended to seek out upstairs. Driscoll was keenly aware that Judy’s presence was the primary catalyst for the discord between Elyse and Jayden. This time, Driscoll was resolute in his decision not to allow Judy to ascend to the second floor and potentially disrupt the peace between Elyse and Jayden, no matter the circumstances.

Judy’s lips twisted in irritation as she responded sharply, “What’s the matter with you? You are as wary of me as you would be of a thief. Are you afraid I’ll jeopardize their relationship?”

Maintaining his composure, Driscoll replied diplomatically, “Miss Foster, you’re overthinking. I just ask that you adhere to the rules.” With gritted teeth, Judy begrudgingly withdrew.

As a devoted butler, Driscoll respected his master’s privacy and

concern, approaching Jayden with genuine care. “Mr. Owen, why the late descent? Are you feeling

toward the dining room, his attention fixed elsewhere. Despite being disregarded, Judy remained undeterred, trailing after Jayden as she spoke. “Why are you alone downstairs? Where’s Ms. Lloyd? Is

of discomfort at Judy’s probing. As he readied a reprimand, Jayden interjected sharply, “Her affairs are not your concern. If idle chatter is your forte, perhaps domestic service isn’t your calling. You’re free to depart and

left Judy feeling deeply upset. How could Jayden defend Elyse so staunchly? Yet Judy masked her emotions with a

that moment, Elyse descended from the upper floor, violin in hand, her movements hurried. Spotting her, Driscoll called out, “Mrs.

his insistence on their morning intimate encounter that nearly

pass on breakfast. It’s too late. I need to join my orchestra

from Elyse, addressing Driscoll. “Arrange

nodded deferentially. “Of

glanced around without

stood nearby, lightly touching her belly. “Mr. Owen, I’ve been waiting for you and haven’t

overly sweet tone. “May I, Mr.

serve in the household, yet

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