"So, you're the great author who managed to convince my son to draw illustrations?" Delilah raised her tone, particularly emphasizing "the great author" and causing Maisie to blush a bit.

"You're too kind, Ms. Roper," Maisie replied softly. "The collaboration with Mr. Harvery was purely coincidental."

"Harvey never draws for anyone," Delilah said. "His dream is to hold a world tour exhibition. Drawing illustrations is a small matter he doesn't bother with. But the fact that he's willing to draw for you indeed surprised me!"

Maisie lowered her head and discreetly observed Delilah.

Delilah exuded elegance, meticulously dressed from head to toe. Every strand of her hair radiated luxury. Despite her smiling face, her gaze remained cold and discerning.

Maisie didn't understand why she was being scrutinized like this on their first meeting.

Feeling uncomfortable under Delilah's intense gaze, she poured some coffee for her and respectfully pushed it toward her. "Please, have some."

"Is this how you always

Maisie was stunned.

Daniel can't do without

Lily patted her hand, signaling

something you can make out just by 'serving'. When Maisie poured coffee for you, it was entirely out of respect for you. If you don't appreciate it,

rumored that you specially favor Ms. Squire, Ms. Reyes. Today, I

good

"Some

was wielding a thorn, especially when she looked at

Women should be strong on their

wanted to say something, but Maisie gently stopped her. She took a

been assertive her whole life, and not many dared to meet her eyes, especially

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