Watching You Burn In Regret novel Chapter 215

Outside the villa, a black Bentley was parked with its hazard lights flashing. Seren got in first, followed by Lennon. After a brief greeting to the assistant, the car pulled away, and she turned to watch the scenery pass by. The morning air in Seaside City was cold, but the car was warm and cozy. A layer of mist covered the windows, blurring the outside world into a dreamlike watercolor.

"Mrs. Crestwell," Lennon's voice murmured, suddenly close. "I have to go on a business trip this afternoon. I just wanted to let you know."

His warm voice was pleasant to her ear. "Okay," she replied, an immediate pang of disappointment hitting her. "How long will you be gone?"

"At least three to five days. It's a very important project."

"Alright."

"I've already spoken with the property management at Rippling Gardens. They're going to increase security. If Sheridan comes back, he won't be able to get in." In fact, the only reason Sheridan had gotten in this time was because Lennon had allowed it. It was a high-end community; not just anyone could enter.

"Okay," Seren murmured, trying to ignore the strange feeling in her chest.

"While I'm gone, a housekeeper will come to cook for you. If you feel uncomfortable staying alone at Rippling Gardens, you can always stay with Nadine for a while. I'll pick you up when I get back."

"I'll figure it out," she said.

"Alright." Lennon's long lashes lowered as he leaned in close to her ear. "When you introduced me to him earlier," he whispered, "I felt so proud to be acknowledged by you."

With fewer people around, Seren felt much more at ease. She nodded along. "Lennon plays the piano beautifully. I heard him play once."

The Dowager smiled and changed the subject, pulling out a photo album from an ornate wooden box. "You haven't seen pictures of Lennon as a child, have you?"

Seren shook her head. She realized she knew very little about him. Her last visit had been too rushed, and she hadn't thought to ask about his past until recently.

"I'm telling you, he was so ugly when he was born," the Dowager said, pointing to a photo with a mix of mock disgust and affection. "Look, this was taken right after he was born. He was so small and skinny, and his face was all wrinkly. He was the spitting image of his father. When Jason was born, I barely wanted to admit he was mine."

The old woman's humor was infectious, and Seren couldn't help but smile.