Under the Veil I Rule

Chapter 13

Until Grace passed? Amara was momentarily stunned, unable to make sense of what she just heard.

Then it clicked. In some local traditions here, people often said that after someone passed away, it took about forty-nine days for them to fully move on.

That was roughly two months, which was probably why Kevin had suggested it. Amara glanced over at Finnian, who was already looking her way. She quickly said, "I'm fine with whatever."

Seeing no objection from her, Finnian replied coolly, "Alright."

Kevin nodded. "Then, for now, you two should stay at here and keep her company."

Amara hesitated. She wanted to say that Grace wasn't particularly fond of her and might get upset if she stayed there. But the lady had passed, and it seemed unnecessary to bring it up. Besides, she would soon be busy with her film crew and wouldn't have much time at home anyway, so she nodded.

Finnian, on the other hand, was a workaholic, spending most of his day at the office. To him, home or a hotel was all the same, so he too agreed.

Once outside, Lisa whispered her doubt, "Mr. Kevin Everly, are you really going to let them split up?"

flashed in Kevin's

his delaying tactics. Finnian had been away for three years, and it was natural that their relationship lacked warmth. He was confident that spending a

dinner?" a servant asked respectfully as they left the

indeed a bit hungry. Just then, Finnian said, "I'd like

was momentarily taken aback. She nodded, saying, "Sure, I'll make

chicken soup.

and spices, lighting the stove, and starting her preparations. She reminded herself repeatedly that as long as they were married, it was her duty to do these things for Finnian, and not for any other

against the kitchen doorframe, watching her busy

would occasionally imagine what

wife, could make dozens of delicious soups and various pastries. She was quite the cook. She never intruded on his space, leaving meals with his secretary and sending him a quiet text

gentle person, maybe a bit timid. Will had

him after graduating college. She continued writing scripts at home, producing a couple of works and creating some memorable characters, indicating she was talented and

been home much, he had a vague idea of what kind of person his wife was, even if her image was somewhat blurry in his

Amara carefully ladled it into a bowl,

handed

planning to have hers later. Finnian was about to ask why she wasn't

the kitchen, intending to rest upstairs, when her phone buzzed with