It took me a while to regain my composure. Afterward, we left the house and were greeted by Joseph, who stood waiting beside the car.

Although Ashton had mentioned arranging a chauffeur, I didn’t expect Joseph to be the one.

Noticing our arrival, he was quick to open the door. With one hand still on the handle, he greeted politely, “Ms. Stovall, Mr. Gregory, you’re here.” He smiled at the latter.

My son was delighted to see him. “Mr. Campbell!”

After Gregory entered the car, it dawned on me to ask, “Mr. Campbell, aren’t you busy? Are you sure it’s ok for you to accompany us?”

“There’s nothing to worry about. Also, Mr. Fuller won’t feel safe unless it’s me.” His voice was earnest.

Joseph’s overly respectful behavior puzzled me. Since he had been the one to gather intel about me, he should know that I am not Scarlett. There was no need for him to treat me as such.

to look after him while he was out. “All right, thank you.” After

offered more privacy, especially against paparazzi. By the time we arrived, Alexander was already

were on Gregory. Sensing his intention, I pulled Gregory behind me, busting his

warm up to strangers, what more, a

you in the private room.” Then, he half-squat to match Gregory’s eye level. “You must be Ashton’s son, Gregory, right? You can call me Uncle Zimmerman!” He looked at the kid with

me. His

behavior. Then, he fished for some milk candies from his pocket

identity, I would’ve

to take them and reluctantly pulled his gaze

placed them in his hands. “You can have them. But what should

“Thank you, Uncle Zimmerman.”

had Alexander on cloud nine. “Gregory, I have lots of other delicious food. Hamburgers, fried chicken,

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