My Lady Chef novel Chapter 96

Ezran's POV:

As the son of a powerful duke, I never had to kowtow to anyone.

The Aisenburg bloodline is ancient and originated from the blood of the Dragon Lords.

Not even the King can stop the head of the Aisenburg house if he does not want to listen.

But right now, I am at a loss at how to handle my wife.

The only one who dares to go against my wishes was Alaina.

The dinner she made was exceptional. I have never had such inventive foods from the East but after eating the food she made to cater to the Ryuen prince.

It also showed me how she could think out of the box when it comes to food and her pride as a chef.

It was dignity and a sense of honor similar to employed chefs. It was not something a noble breed lady should have.

Ever since she walked out on me, we did not speak for the whole day. When our eyes met, she would turn away and concentrate on her work.

At first, I was angry because of her words. It made me realize that she was the one person I cannot control.

In Illios, a woman must obey her lord husband, no matter what but I have always felt that the holy kingdom's antiquated ideals and rules restrict females from reaching their potential.

My wife proved that to me when she flawlessly oversaw the preparations, plating, and execution of the feast.

Because of her, Illios has secured the elusive trade agreement to Ryu, which could mean potential other trade routes from the Exotic Lands to open up.

If she had heeded me and stepped aside meekly. Maybe the feast would not have progressed that well...

And now....

I saw that she was enjoying a bowl of that teriyaki chicken, meat buns, and fried vegetables as her dinner.

And she just came out of the bathtub with her slightly damp hair and dressed in her nightgown with a heavy robe wrapped around it.

She was eating and smiling at her creation as she nodded and giggled as she drank some cold tea.

"Milord?" she suddenly noticed me lurking by the entrance. "I am done with my bath, you may use it now."

"Yes. But first, Our guest wants to see you. I won't ask you to go but if you want to see him, I can escort you." I said gruffly.

"Oh. No need to come with me. I can come to meet him on my own. " she looked away from me.

"No!" I growled. The thought of her alone with other men made me see red. "I mean....It is inappropriate. I will come with you."