Hera felt flustered. Bernard's true colors were starting to show now that they were together.

"Stop mimicking me!" Hera snapped.

Just then, the sound of the front gate opening echoed across the yard.

Bernard seized the opportunity and said, "Douglas is here. I'll go make you some steak."

He turned to leave.

But the more he evaded her questions, the more curious Hera became. So, she trailed after him.

"You didn't start having feelings for me when you were young, did you?" she prodded.

Bernard froze at being exposed.

"You're such a perv. I was practically your niece back then!" Hera teased.

Bernard remained silent. Suddenly, he stopped and turned, causing Hera to bump into him.

a mischievous grin, he lifted her

you scared of falling

Hera was speechless.

a third wheel. The kitchen and dining room were behind the west wing's main hall. Bernard retrieved

you over, but don't eat too

"Okay."

sat at the dining table. She opened the cake box to find her favorite tiramisu

enjoyed the cake, she watched Bernard bustling in the kitchen. She suddenly felt a warm wave

what kind of life she wanted beyond avenging Daphne and clearing

the steaks, Bernard responded

table. One each year until we finish,"

and looked at Hera,

But I can't promise we'll complete all 96 remaining

was nearly a

can't finish, our kids can take over,"

looked at her with deep

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