She Took The House The Car And My Heart

Chapter 961:

Mercifully, they had accomplished their objective, and everyone had returned with their lives intact.

“I’ll return to my responsibilities now,” Melvin announced, having communicated everything necessary. “Ensure her wellbeing becomes your highest priority.”

“Wait,” Ellis called out.

“Are you…?” Ellis faltered, struggling to articulate his suspicion.

“I admire her deeply, but not in the manner you do,” Melvin replied, deciphering Ellis’s unspoken question effortlessly. “Should you fail in your duties to her, I will personally ensure she receives care of unparalleled quality.”

With that declaration hanging in the air, he turned and strode away.

Ellis exhaled softly, a subtle weight lifting from his shoulders. If Melvin harbored romantic feelings for Freya, Ellis might have relinquished his position at Anita International and pursued their relationship through alternative avenues. After all, Melvin’s treatment of Freya bordered on reverence, and Ellis couldn’t bear the thought of flaunting their romance before someone who cared so deeply.

toward Freya

carefully into a drawer, intending to

insomnia. During that tumultuous period following the

in Ellis’s sleek vehicle. With him relieved of his chauffeur duties, Melvin devoted even more hours to

uncharacteristic shadow of concern darkening Ellis’s features—an expression she rarely witnessed crossing his face. She studied his

𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱

troubles you,

“Indeed,” he confirmed.

you?”

a certain stubborn person never revealed her struggles with insomnia.” Ellis cast a meaningful glance her way before redirecting his attention to the

whirled with confusion.

might

in his eyes at her bewildered expression. His voice carried a