Chapter 967
Chapter 967:
Yelena, perceiving Maggie’s anxiety, offered words of reassurance.
“Once I commit to a path, I don’t abandon it lightly p>
Austin gazed at Yelena, his eyes brimming with emotion, and squeezed her hand firmly.
Yelena responded with a reassuring smile, bolstering his resolve.
Maggie, observing their exchange, finally allowed herself a deep sigh of relief.
After some more conversation, the three made their way back to their respective rooms for some rest.
Yelena settled into bed, her thoughts tirelessly sifting through the recent events. Despite the whirlwind of drama, Austin’s presence brought a semblance of calm. Yet, thoughts of her master’s predicament soon intruded again, unsettling her newfound peace.
Yelena exhaled a weary sigh and whispered to herself,
“Master, where are you? Are you still among the living, or have you passed away? Why have you left me in the dark p>
Exhaustion quickly claimed her, and her eyes fluttered shut, surrendering to sleep.
As dawn broke, beams of sunlight danced across the windowsill, rousing Yelena. She stretched languidly, a sense of urgency propelling her from the bed to freshen up. There was a full day ahead that demanded her attention.
Descending the stairs, Yelena noticed Maggie bustling about in the kitchen. She approached and offered in a gentle voice,
“Maggie, let me assist you p>
Maggie glanced up, her lips curling into a faint smile.
“No need, dear. Go enjoy your breakfast; I’ll finish up here shortly p>
Acknowledging with a nod, Yelena turned and made her way to the dining room. Austin was already there, a warm smile gracing his features as Yelena walked in.
“Good morning,” he said, his tone light and warm.
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Yelena returned the smile, took a seat opposite him, and they began to partake in the morning meal.
Maggie soon joined them, and the three of them engaged in light conversation, even the mundane chatter adding to the serene atmosphere.
Yelena couldn’t help but feel that such tranquil moments were truly precious.
Yet, this peaceful scene was soon violently interrupted.
Ellen stormed into the room, her purse thundering to the floor as she made her way toward the dining room.
The sharp clink of the purse hitting the floor caught Maggie’s attention. She looked up, her brow knitting in concern.
“Ellen,” Maggie said, her tone laced with suspicion, “didn’t you mention you’d be at the hospital for that clinical surgery project and wouldn’t be back p>
Ellen froze, caught off guard. The excuse she had hastily fabricated to avoid Maggie earlier now backfired.
Lies always had a habit of multiplying, didn’t they?
“It’s been postponed,” Ellen said quickly, attempting to cover her tracks.
“Oh, I see,” Maggie replied, her gaze sharpening, as though she saw right through her daughter’s words.
Ellen felt a cold sweat forming. She couldn’t meet Maggie’s knowing eyes. The guilt weighed heavily on her chest.
She had hoped the lie would buy her some time. She had planned to stay at school until Maggie’s incessant push for blind dates faded.