In the master bedroom on the second floor, Albert pushed the door ‘open. The room was immaculate, showing no signs of recent habitation.
Hed heard Daisy had rarely came home in the past six months.
It was Jeslyns first time here, and she was full of curiosity.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtAlbert gently placed her down and whispered, You can play around here for a while.
Jeslyn nodded obediently.
Albert cast a glance at the wedding photo above the bed. After a brief pause, he took it down, dusting it off. From his pocket, he retrieved a pair of wedding rings.
He had taken Daisys ring from her finger before bury her.
With no love remaining between them and Daisy now gone, he felt it was time to sever those ties.
He wanted no connection with her anymore.
As Albert contemplated the rings, a sudden knock interrupted. The servant announced, Mr. Waston, a woman claiming to be your secretary is here to see you!
Let her come in.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmThe door swung open, and his secretary strolled in.
Jeslyn dashed towards the woman, who gently patted her head. Your dad needs to talk to me. Why dont you go play? booksbybunny Turning to Albert, she asked, Whats up, Mr. Waston?
And sell this villa at the earliest opportunity.
His secretary wasnt surprised, knowing their marriage was rocky.
After a pause, she inquired, What about the servants? Will you take them with you? Albert said, They never looked after Jeslyn. Shes not familiar with them. Give them an extra months payment and send them off! His secretary nodded. Got it, boss! Then Albert crouched down to Jeslyn. Come to Daddy! The little one toddled over.
Albert adjusted his leg for her to sit comfortably and asked, Were heading to Duefron later. Are you excited about that? Jeslyns eyes sparkled.