She Took The House The Car And My Heart

Chapter 932:

“Put it on me,” Ellis said as he gently pulled her toward the couch. Freya took off the worn watch on his wrist and fastened the new one she’d bought for him.

She had to admit—it suited him perfectly.

Ellis watched her quietly as she handled the switch, then let his fingers linger on the old watch, his voice steady and casual. “Aren’t you curious about the story behind this one?”

Freya blinked in surprise. A story? Wasn’t it just a watch?

“Forget it,” Ellis said, catching the flicker of confusion in her eyes. He tucked the old watch away instead of tossing it.

Freya’s curiosity spiked. But now that she was sure he didn’t have an ex, she didn’t let her thoughts spiral. She figured it was probably a gift from his parents, or maybe the first big thing he’d ever bought for himself.

Later on, Freya brought her laptop over and settled in at Ellis’s place to finish some work.

They stayed together in the study, each immersed in their own responsibilities.

projects for Anita International Group, while Ellis familiarized himself with department files and internal documents for the

though he wasn’t planning to take the reins of the family business anytime soon, he knew he had to be ready. If his

a habit

5:30, Ellis had gone to start

didn’t pick up. She tried Gerard next. “Mr. Shaw won’t be home tonight,” Gerard informed her, though he sounded a little nervous—like he hoped she

it simple. “Okay,” she said, then added, “What’s

“Well…”

not to tell you,” Gerard said,

worry, he’s doing

know,” Freya said, not pressing

Kristian whenever he was with Gerard. Gerard was meticulous to a fault

ended the call, then turned to Ellis. “Kristian’s not coming for

and adjusted the portions accordingly, making

practiced ease, Freya paused for a moment and said, “Ellis, why don’t we hire a cook? That way you can focus more

need,” Ellis replied easily. “I’ve got it