Chapter 199
Chapter 199:
The question startled Gabriela.
She hadn’t uttered a word, yet Myah had somehow sensed her presence despite being unable to see.
Gabriela quickly responded, “Nice to meet you, Miss Espinoza. I’m Gabriela—Mr. Moss’s secretary. During the New Year, I’ve been lending a hand in the kitchen p>
Her explanation came out longer than necessary, as if she worried Myah might misinterpret her presence, which drew a faint crease across Wesley’s brow.
𝖠𝗰𝘵𝘪𝗏𝘦 𝗰о𝗺𝗆𝘶nі𝘁y 𝘰n ѕ.co𝘮
When Myah heard her name, her hand faltered, and the color drained slightly from her cheeks. Her voice sharpened with urgency. “Gabriela? You’re from the Haynes family p>
Gabriela blinked. “Yes, that’s me p>
Myah pressed, her tone tinged with agitation. “Don’t you know who I am? It’s me—Myah p>
Wesley stiffened at once, his eyes flicking toward Gabriela. The rest of the room exchanged puzzled looks.
Gabriela’s mind went blank, her voice faltering. “I’m sorry, I don’t recall ever meeting you. You must be confusing me with someone else p>
At her denial, Myah’s expression crumpled. She lowered her head for several seconds before slowly lifting her face again. “My apologies. I thought your voice sounded familiar, but I must have been mistaken. After so many years, it’s possible her voice has changed p>
The faint disappointment in her expression stirred a trace of sympathy in Gabriela, who quickly offered reassurance. “It’s alright p>
Myah lapsed into silence again.
Miriam emerged from the kitchen carrying the dishes, her voice brisk as she called everyone to the table.
During the meal, the household’s attention remained largely fixed on Myah. She, however, spoke sparingly, maintaining a polite reserve throughout.
When she finally tasted the pumpkin stew, her lips curved faintly. “This stew is wonderful. Mrs. Larson, your cooking seems to get better every year p>
Loretta laughed warmly. “Actually, Gabriela prepared it this time. Her touch outshines mine these days p>
Myah paused, taken aback. “Gabriela made this p>
Gabriela offered a gentle smile. “Mm-hmm. If you enjoyed it, come by more often and I’ll make it again for you p>
“Thanks, Gabriela,” Myah murmured, her voice barely above a whisper, before retreating back into silence.
Once the meal ended, she rose almost at once, insisting she had to be going.
Loretta coaxed gently, “Myah, why don’t you spend the New Year here at the estate? Your room’s already waiting for you p>
Myah gave a small shake of her head, her voice quiet but firm. “I appreciate it, but I feel more at ease on my own p>
Knowing the weight Myah carried inside, Loretta didn’t argue further. Instead, she carefully packed some food and passed it to Delia, repeating her instructions to watch over Myah with extra care.
Myah reassured Loretta, “Even without Delia, I’m capable of looking after myself. You don’t have to keep treating me like I’m helpless p>
Loretta, however, couldn’t shake her concern. She hovered beside her, walking her to the car.
After Myah settled into the seat, Loretta’s face clouded with sadness. She sighed over and over, whispering, “That poor girl p>
Wesley also seemed downcast. Once dinner ended, he withdrew straight into the study and stayed there.
Gabriela, meanwhile, found herself intrigued by Myah. The moment Myah heard her name, she had appeared thrilled. And yet, Gabriela knew in her heart she had never seen Myah before. She kept her curiosity tightly reined in, refraining from prying for more information about Myah.