Zacharias didn’t go downstairs but instead went to the study on the second floor. He took a book that he hadn’t finished reading last time -a biography of a famous person. Usually, at this time, he could patiently read and learn about the governance philosophy of the historical figures in the book.

However, today was different. Although his gaze was fixed on the words in the book, his mind couldn’t focus. He sighed slightly before rubbing his temples with a sense of frustration. All of this was a consequence of the reaction just now.

Zacharias put the book back onto the shelf and stood up. Then, he headed downstairs to the garden to get some fresh air and relax.

Corinne was busy preparing dinner. This time, she meticulously crafted each dish with hopes of capturing Zacharias’ taste buds so that he would pay her more attention.

After more than an hour of preparation, the table was finally set at 6.30PM, which was the usual time Zacharias had dinner.

Upon seeing Zacharias going to the garden, Corinne tidied herself up and walked toward the garden. She took light steps toward him when she saw the man sitting in a chair in the garden with his eyes closed and seemingly lost in thought.

However, she didn’t dare to disturb him. Even though he had his eyes closed, he was emanating a dignified aura that couldn’t be ignored by one. His sitting posture was not ast upright as usual; it seemed somewhat lazy and relaxed.

evening light enveloped him and gave him. a golden glow. His features were deep, with perfect contours. Along with his noble

made Corinne’s heart beat faster.

and said to Corinne, ‘You can go back to

of envy and jealousy after hearing this. Why did Zacharias

serve you. This is my job.” Zacharias stared at her with a sharp gaze. “I like quietness and don’t like

might be tired today,

enough; you can go back.” Upon sensing the displeasure in his tone, she

to the hall and took out her phone. She couldn’t figure out why. Zacharias always wanted Imogen to stay by his side. Where did

the delicately arranged dinner on the table, she thought to herself that Corinne’s

same time, Zacharias entered the hall from the yard,

her head. “No. I’m your subordinate, so I can’t dine at

status. “I need someone to accompany me for dinner,” Zacharias emphasized, then glanced at her. “This

accompanying him for dinner also part

insisting and nodded.

sat across from him. She served him a bowl of

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