The Runaway Groom

While the store assistant was away, Erma returned.

Dropping to a crouch and grabbing Lulu's leg, she cried, "Please, lady! I'm begging you—Ilet me keep working for Mr. Slate! I promise not to mess up!"

Many people outside were quickly drawn by the commotion, and upon seeing the plainly-dressed woman crouching on the floor, they were immediately in an uproar!

"What is this, bullying?"

"No way. Carrying a baby?"

"Should we record this and post it online?"

Sensing danger, Lulu promptly lowered her head, glared into Erma’s flustered eyes, and cleared her throat. “Look—Mr. Slate will be leaving work soon. I'll call him and talk about your situation, and I won't argue if he agrees to take you back!"

People would misunderstand if they kept tussling and causing a scene! And as soon as Lulu was finished, Erma briskly rose to her feet, grinning ear-to-ear. “Thank you, lady! Don't worry—as long as Mr. Slate is willing to meet me, I won't bother you ever again!"

Just then, the store assistant returned with the bags of clothes. Seeing that, Erma reached for it smilingly. “I'll carry those for you, lady! "Nope!" Lulu snapped and coolly took the bags.

there was no telling if Erma just wanted her

letting Erma touch any of

the store, the sun had dimmed considerably. Lulu started to head back to

heading into the apartment compound,

his office, Zachary checked the security cameras

home earlier. "Wait, slow down!" he suddenly

happened to spot Lulu. “Isn't that

silent, while the chauffeur slowed the car and eventually stopped it

turned and straightened when she

she murmured and quickly turned to Erma. "There—he's here! Didn't you want

was really reluctant to let Erma hound her

Erma was left frowning, afraid to

hand, Zachary appeared

would take back what he said, just as he had an idea

arm and hid behind her, whispering, "Lady... could you