Chapter 74

Chapter 74:

Vivian was dressed in a light purple dress, her hair cascading loosely around her shoulders, her makeup subtle yet stunning.

She embraced Kristi warmly before they both headed to the castle’s rear garden.

Maney and his wife had their wedding anniversary banquet scheduled for eight in the morning. Despite it being only seven, the arrival of some early guests wasn’t surprising.

The garden looked enchanting, adorned with a long table brimming with assorted wines and flowers, while another table was piled high with food.

To the east stood the castle, bisected by a river, painting a perfect backdrop.

But Eileen wasn’t in the mood to soak in the beauty. She glanced at Bryan, who was still lying in bed.

She said, “Mr. Warren and Miss Warren have arrived.”

At that moment, Bryan’s eyes snapped open.

He sat up, tossed aside the thin quilt, and rose from the bed to join her. He paused to look outside, his eyes cold.

“Head down for breakfast. Mrs. Hamilton will help you change,” he said. “I’m going downstairs.”

He then turned and strode to the cloakroom to change. After freshening up in the bathroom, Eileen emerged to find Bryan had already left.

Eileen believed he had gone to meet Vivian. Even if he had told Vivian about this before, his presence here with Eileen would surely spark Vivian’s anger. He would need to explain to Vivian at least.

Eileen had been looking forward to a pleasant final two days at the castle, yet that hope was fading now.

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With a bitter smile, she made her way to the cloakroom to change her outfit.

“Hello, Mrs. Dawson. Mr. Dawson asked to prepare breakfast for you. Would you like it now?” A servant approached Eileen as she descended the stairs.

Eileen nodded and smiled. “Yes, thank you.”

“You’re welcome, Mrs. Dawson.” The servant led her to the dining room and said warmly, “Mr. Dawson is so thoughtful. Last night, he used our kitchen to make soup for you. I learned the recipe from him. I hope it’s nearly as good as his.”

It dawned on Eileen that the bowl of soup from yesterday had been prepared by Bryan himself.

Eileen felt a swirl of emotions as the aroma of the soup enveloped her now.

She tried to recall the flavor from last night, but the details were fuzzy.

same soup often on

her—her dislike

to stir the soup in

she sighed and

Kristi appeared. “Eileen, your dress has arrived.

stood up and followed Kristi to the upstairs

meters, brimming with an array of clothing, some

dress draped over a

a knee-high slit adorned with handcrafted star patterns. The design featured a

I saw it. I must say, Bryan would look incredibly well in it. It complements your style perfectly,” Kristi

skin as she stepped into

chatting with people from

later, Eileen emerged in

widened as she gazed at

the light purple fabric. The high-necked cut of the dress elegantly highlighted her slender neck and accentuated her curves, while the

hint of envy as she observed

looked down, feeling slightly out of place in the

her work uniform, she was self-conscious in such elaborate attire. With a hint of concern, she asked, “Mrs. Hamilton, does this really suit

arrived. In the morning, everyone just mingles, and after breakfast, there’s going to be a ball,” Kristi explained the day’s agenda

attention was elsewhere. She noticed Bryan across the room, sitting with Kian and Vivian, his long legs crossed

between his fingers, and there was a nearly

smiling softly, conversing with

Bryan’s expression since he was

usual elegance, listening attentively to Vivian’s words,

the

their gaze

her shoulders, the light purple hue lending her an air

envy, an emotion she struggled

shifting from Eileen back to Kian and

him

just faintly smiled,

stunning,” Kian commented

quick, disgruntled look, biting back any words when she recalled Kian’s

gave a nod to Kian and Vivian and then diverted his attention, unconcerned with their

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the praise with a courteous smile, while Bryan maintained a nonchalant

clenched as she glared at Eileen. It was undeniable—Eileen was

Vivian’s gaze. She was a tad uneasy and offered a polite smile. “There’s a crowd gathering over there. Perhaps

a nod to Kian and the others, and made her way toward Maney with light,

Maney interact, noting how well-matched they seemed. The word around was that Kristi hailed from a humble background, and in marrying

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