Under the Veil I Rule

Chapter 36

"Grandpa, I've wrapped up all my tasks for the day. If you don't believe me, feel free to ask around," Finnian replied nonchalantly.

Kevin paused for a moment, recalling his grandson's knack for finishing work ahead of time. A swell of pride rose within him, but the scent of perfume on Finnian's clothes made him furrow his brows once again.

"What have you been up to? Where's that scent coming from? What were you doing with that woman?" Kevin fired off his questions in rapid succession.

Finnian maintained a calm demeanor, offering only a vague explanation, brushing off the interrogation with a few words.

Meanwhile, Amara stood quietly by Kevin's side, not uttering a single word. She thought, Kevin had called Finnian over for no apparent reason. Finnian would probably blame her for stirring up trouble, and she doubted he'd believe any explanation she might offer.

So, she said nothing, doing nothing more than observing the scene with an air of indifference. But the more aloof her demeanor, the more it tugged at her heart.

his

noticed that since entering the room, Amara had only glanced at him once before lowering her gaze, showing a complete lack of interest

surprised. She pondered for a moment before addressing Kevin, "Mr. Kevin Everly, there's some important business back home that needs our attention. Perhaps we should head

"What sort of business?"

bit complicated. I'll fill you

was implying, but given her years of dedicated service, he trusted her

was trying to convince me

at his question. Did he still believe that recording was genuine, suspecting she

didn't argue. Why would I not want that?" Amara quickly retorted. "That recording

urgent, and after she spoke, she

what he wanted to hear, her eagerness to affirm her

have any male friends?" Finnian