“It’s not a secret in K City that Louis and Ezra don’t like each other. But the outsiders are sure that the two of them are cutting each other out till the end of days. Now I’m so lucky that I can actually bear witness to such a historic moment when they meet.” Emery suddenly became energetic without any sign of disappointment from earlier.
Women were always thrilled to learn about gossips.
Feeling helpless, I ruined it for her by saying, “You’ve thought too much. Uncle Louis isn’t home, so they won’t meet.”
As soon as I finished speaking, I heard footsteps as the maid led Ezra to the living room. With Emery’s help, I rose to my feet carefully.
Ezra hurried over and waved his hands, looking anxious. “You should sit down now that you’re pregnant.”
Then, he also took his seat.
Emery sneered at his action as she nudged me and secretly gave me a look that meant, Look at him. Not only does he come uninvited, but he also makes it look like he’s the host here in an instant. What a tough nut to crack!
I pursed my lips and shot her a look that told her not to act rashly.
After all, what we were facing was a viper that could kill without having their blood on his hands.
“What brings you here, Mr. Grant?” I asked with a smile, looking like an innocent housewife who did not anything about the world outside.
When the maid brought tea, Ezra accepted the cup and took a sip from it. While checking out the surrounding, he said, “After being in the officialdom for so many years with Louis, this is the first time I come to his house. It’s not bad. Everything’s his style…”
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