Her Unwanted Mate On The Throne

Chapter 84 At least you finally found a way to make yourself useful.

largest bowl possible. “Hello, sir.” Doris stepped further in and held out her hand. He glanced down at it before he seemed to decide to oblige her. “I was wondering if I could use some of your ingredients and ovens to bake something small. I promise to clean up after myself and replace whatever I use.” “Oh, you like to cook?” The man asked. He had a thick accent that she wasn’t familiar with, but it was lovely and went along with his kind face. “Yes sir, I love to bake. I’ve missed being in the kitchen, it’s been a long time.” Doris glanced around and felt her head spin with all of the delicious scents. It was so calm in here. The kitchens at the palace were always so loud and busy. It was hard to find any sense of peace there without a string of anxiety to follow. She wasn’t sure if there were more cooks that helped, but for the moment it was just him. “Hmm, I see.” The old man crossed his arms. “What did you have in mind?” “I was

lashes raised and suddenly they were on her without a warning. She closed the door behind her and lifted the plate in her hands. “I made you some dessert.” “It’s not even dinner time.” He said blandly. Doris felt her cheeks heat instantly, she took a step back towards the door. “Yes, right. I meant for later-of course.” Doris looked around for an area to put it so she could leave. “I’ll leave it over here—“ “Come here.” He said. His words rooted her in place and she hated he had that sort of power over her. He leaned forward n his seat and gestured to the chair next to his . own and her feet had no choice but