Novel Update
Chapter 1695
Chapter 1695
Zavier replied curtly, “I’m tied up.”
The seasoned butler’s expression was grave as he spoke, “Miss Skyler’s waitressing gig at the café has come to the attention of Mr. Hudson. If we don’t nip this in the bud, the consequences could be dire.”
A chill swept over Zavier’s features. “Who told you Skyler’s been moonlighting at a café?”
The butler hesitated, “Mr. Hudson just received some photographs. As for who sent them, he didn’t say, so I’m in the dark there.”
Zavier hung up the call and shot a frosty glare at the man opposite him, “You’ve grown bold, haven’t you? Betraying me to my face?”
The man responded, “Zavier, I’m doing this for your own good, and for Skyler’s. If I don’t intervene now, the whole affair of Skyler working outside could be twisted and eventually reach Mr. Hudson, and then both of you could be in a world of trouble.”
Zavier understood all too well, but he didn’t believe there was anything shameful about Skyler holding down a job, “Skyler…“e2
Before he could finish, Skyler approached quickly, “Sir, what can I do for you?”
Zavier commanded, “Get out of that uniform and come back to Rivera’s Manor with me.”
Skyler was puzzled, “To Rivera’s Manor right now? What happened?”
Zavier revealed the issue at hand, “Hudson knows about your café job.”
Realizing the gravity of the situation, Skyler quickly changed clothes, excused herself to her supervisor, and left with Zavier.
Seated in the Rivera family’s car, Skyler was restless. Sensing her discomfort, Zavier reassured her, “You were working a decent job, and there’s nothing to worry about.”
Skyler was less optimistic, “Since the Rivera family hasn’t disclosed my identity publicly and there are no photos of me online, I thought my part–time job wouldn’t tarnish the Rivera name….
Zavier cut her off, “Spare me the explanation”
Skyler bit her lower lip anxiously, drawing blood, but she kept biting.
Zavier tugged at her gently, “Silence is even less helpful.”
Skyler posed the question that was eating at her, “How did Hudson find out I was working at the café?”
Zavier admitted, “The man with us earlier spilled the beans.”
Skyler fell silent.
Zavier clarified, “It wasn’t my doing.”
Skyler responded softly, “I didn’t say it was you.”
Zavier probed further, “Are you that short on cash?”
Skyler admitted, “Yes.”
Zavier explained, “In the past, when your parents didn’t give you money, you had no recourse, but now, it’s different.” Skyler was curious, “How so?”
Zavier revealed, “Because you’re my fiancée.”
Skyler chuckled, “And what does that change?” Property of Nô)(velDr(a)ma.Org.
Zavier proposed, “With that status, you could get things from the Blue family that were previously out of reach.” Skyler refused, “I don’t want their things.”
Zavier laughed at her stubbornness, “Skyler, I’d love to crack open your head and see just how your brain works.”
Skyler retorted, “You don’t need to keep belittling me. I know I’m not that capable.”
Zavier argued, “What do you mean you don’t want their things? They sent you to the Capital to cement an alliance with the Rivera family, and do you have any idea how much they’ve gained?”
Skyler shook her head, “No clue.”
Zavier explained, “The moment the union between the Blue and Rivera families was announced, your Blues secured several major contracts they’d previously only dreamt of. Those contracts are as good as gold. If they manage them well, those projects alone could dominate the Southern Port region and elevate the Blue family to new heights.”