Chapter 476
Chapter 476:
Bella was sure no one would challenge her version of events. If they did, they would have to admit they weren’t at some dinner party, as Callum had claimed. Callum had indeed announced they were meeting his business partners before they left.
As Bella had anticipated, despite knowing she was glossing over the truth, no one disputed her account. Cayson issued no further comments, allowing the matter to slide.
Elianna, putting the pieces together, shot Cayson a disapproving glance, puzzled by her grandson’s unusual behavior today. “Ah, that explains why you all returned together. Jarvis, you must be hungry. I’ll get something prepared for you,” she said.
Jarvis eagerly responded, “Yes, I’m famished! The food on the plane was indigestible p>
He gave Bella a grateful look, acknowledging that her timely intervention had saved him from a difficult situation.
After Jarvis left to eat, Callum took the moment to brief Elianna on Jarvis’ circumstances. Jarvis was scheduled to leave early the next day due to his upcoming exams.
Callum had initially intended to discuss Jarvis’ irresponsible behavior, but Elianna responded with unexpected warmth, “Our Jarvis is so sweet. Despite his exams, he still found time to visit p>
Yelena barely suppressed a smile, giving Cayson a knowing look. Her expression seemed to say that pretending not to know something was an art form in itself.
Cayson almost smiled back in agreement. Yelena had a point.
As the evening wore on, and after spending some more time with Jarvis, a weary Elianna excused herself and went upstairs. Jarvis also tried to slip away, but Callum intercepted him. “Jarvis, remember you’re leaving tomorrow morning, no excuses. Understood p>
Jarvis hung his head like a scolded child, eyes fixed on his shoes. “Understood,” he mumbled quietly.
After receiving Jarvis’ acknowledgment, Callum dismissed him with a wave of his hand. Callum then made his way upstairs too.
𝘽𝙚 𝙨𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪’𝙧𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙛𝙧𝙤𝙢
In their bedroom, Donna was taking a shower. Callum’s gaze fell upon the teddy bear that she and Yelena had won earlier, now perched on their bed. A slight smile appeared on his face.
Donna seemed to have taken a special liking to the small bear. Though Callum had given her numerous gifts over the years, he couldn’t recall her showing such affection for any of them as she did for this simple teddy bear.
Exiting the bathroom in a bathrobe, Donna’s wet hair dripped onto her shoulders. Hearing the sound of her steps, Callum instinctively turned around.
For a moment, he was taken aback by the sight. A slight flush crossed his face, and he swallowed, his throat suddenly dry. Stepping closer, Callum asked softly, “Why didn’t you dry your hair p>
Donna’s lips turned down slightly as she replied, “I left the hairdryer in the nightstand last time p>
Taking a moment to compose himself, Callum retrieved the hairdryer from the nightstand she had mentioned. Holding it in his hand, he said, “Come here. Let me help you p>
Donna approached with a small smile and answered, “Okay.” As Callum began drying her hair, he was meticulous, setting the dryer on low to avoid causing any discomfort.
Donna, meanwhile, was absorbed in scrolling through her phone as he worked.
When Callum finished, Donna leaned back, looked up at him, and softly said, “Thank you, honey p>
Something flickered in Callum’s eyes—a mix of emotions hidden beneath the surface. Donna, well-acquainted with her husband’s expressions after years of marriage, felt a tightening in her gut. She felt her cheeks flush.
The following morning, Jarvis was abruptly woken by Sebastian. “Mr. Harris, time is running short. Your flight won’t wait.” Disheveled and groggy, Jarvis grumbled, “Sebastian, what time is it p>
“It’s six in the morning p>