The Darling of the Paranoid Tycoon by Cheryl Rice

Chapter 28 Not Gentle Anymore

In front of Harriet, Delbert just couldn’t contain his emotion.

If she didn’t leave soon, he was afraid that he would lose control.

Following his line of sight, Harriet realized the drenched state of her clothes. Knowing his good intentions gave her a sense of relief.

Delbert pulled on a bathrobe, emerged from the bathroom, and called over a maid. “Escort the lady downstairs to change her clothes.

With a heavy heart, Harriet followed the maid out of the room.

Once they learned the news, some servants went to report it to Colleen.

Colleen choked on her tea and sputtered in disbelief.

“What? That simpleton wasn’t ejected by Mr. Delbert, but instead asked to dress appropriately and attend to him?”

She was incredulous. ‘How could this be? Doesn’t Mr. Delbert det

uninvited female company during his bath?’

Her mind raced. ‘If Mr. Delbert held Harriet in high regard, my positio in the villa would be in jeopardy.’

Colleen had served Delbert for years. Now that he had ascended to the presidency of the Carlson Group, she was determined to share in his success and luxury.

would not hand over her rights to Harriet. Only she was

cunning plan began to form in Colleen’s mind-a

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une

him, she could employ the

the servants, Colleen took out her

will you come visit me on the island?

Delbert has inherited the Carlson Group.”

the phone, Colleen grinned

who had charmed Mr. Welch, would surely captivate

to Delbert’s room

slate pajama set, awaited her

he gestured to the space beside him.

seat next to him.

distance to avoid displeasing

darkened. He patted the spot next to him, insisting,

silently pouted and moved

feeling like a peculiar fellow who had kidnapped a little

you talking? Are

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me?” Harriet probed,

having the answer in mind, she

mouth.