It seemed like everything was progressing smoothly.

Chapter 196

After reviewing the talent show situation, Sheena called Heidi.

“I’ve arranged for them to clean the floors. Erin was quite arrogant, even cursing at you. So, I locked them back in the basement. Is that okay?” Heidi asked.

“No problem. Since they’re servants, treat them according to the standards. If they don’t listen, punish them as needed. But remember to keep an eye on those male servants at the Freeman mansion. They’re not allowed to have ill intentions!” Sheena instructed firmly.

“Yes, Ms. Sheena! You can rest assured that I’ll handle it well…”

While Heidi continued assuring her, Sheena suddenly smelled a burning odor.

It seemed to be coming from downstairs!

Sheena hurriedly hung up and rushed downstairs, finding the kitchen filled with smoke. Elijah was trying to fan away the smoke, coughing from the irritation.

Sheena was speechless and exclaimed, “I asked you to prepare dinner, not burn the house down!”

turned off the stove, and switched on

while, the choking smell finally dissipated. Sheena pointed to the pot, now burnt to a charcoal–like

replied, “Braised

again. It was

recipe can save your cooking skills. How bad are you at

said to simmer on low heat for an hour and a half. I thought it was too slow and turned up

you burnt it

Elijah remained silent.

sighed, and continued, “Are you planning to serve me

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also prepared a side

“Where is it?”

looked

to make do

a chair and fetched a plate and utensils from the

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eyed his movements suspiciously.

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