The Second Life of a Discarded Heiress

Chapter 462

At that moment, Citrine didn't pick up on the true meaning behind Hilda's question; she simply assumed her mother was making casual conversation.

She shook her head. "No, the Carmichaels have a housekeeper. They don't need me to help out."

Hilda looked unconvinced, suspecting her daughter might be covering for the Carmichaels. Still, she chose not to press further.

Instead, Hilda made a mental note to visit the Carmichael family herself when she had the time.

Having Hilda pitch in really sped things up.

In the end, Citrine cooked six dishes and a soup, and the two of them sat down to eat together.

"Try some," Citrine said, handing Hilda a fork.

The meal looked delicious, but it was the aroma that made it irresistible.

Hilda's stomach had been growling for ages. She wasted no time spearing a piece of food and popping it into her mouth.

It was delicious-so much better than she had expected. Her eyes went wide in delight as she turned to Citrine. "This is amazing! Even better than Nathalie's cooking at home."

like it," Citrine replied, a hint of satisfaction softening her

look on Hilda's face, Citrine felt a quiet

a

herself didn't have much of an appetite-she never had—and after just one bowl of rice, she was already full. Hilda, on

did Hilda finally head downstairs,

few days later, Hilda made a spontaneous visit to the

the receptionist informed him that President Saunders

Carmichael Group and C.

but maintaining his composure, Raymond immediately instructed his assistant

they last saw each other, and the woman's gaze seemed even sharper

the nagging feeling that

he cared much for her,

a glance in her direction, Raymond said

What brings you to the Carmichael Group? Unless I'm mistaken, our

her sunglasses, settled herself comfortably on the sofa in Raymond's office, and crossed her legs with an air

right. This isn't a business call-I'm not here

shop." isn't

from behind his desk and took a seat across from her, his lips curling into a thin, almost mocking smile. "A personal matter? If

business could