Lulu had Sue settled in by the time Zachary returned in the evening, and she just needed to sign an agreement.
"This is the maid I've chosen from the agency today, Mr. Slate," Lulu said, introducing Sue to Zachary while asking his opinion officially. "I've read her profile and resume, so is there anything you like to know or requests you have?"
Unexpectedly, Vivian emerged from the study right then, rolling her eyes at Lulu where Zachary could not see. "I tried to tell her, Mr. Slate—there were so many professional maids, but she had to pick someone without experience. I couldn't stop her even though I just want the best for you and your baby—who knew she could be so stubborn?"
Lulu quietly watched her dramatic antics without offering a retort—it was amazing how Vivian's foul mouth could be smelled for miles as soon as she spoke.
On the other hand, Sue was clearly grateful that Lulu was willing to give her a chance. Still, before she could speak on Lulu's behalf, Lulu stopped her.
At the same time, Zachary asked coolly, "Why are you still here?"
His question took Vivian completely by surprise.
What was he doing? Should he not be questioning Lulu for not listening to her?!
"I-It's a holiday today, and I'm here anyway," she blurted. "So I helped you arrange your books and documents in the study…"
She was so confident in herself that she could freely enter Zachary's mansion, since she was his personal assistant.
Zachary's tone remained cold. "You're my assistant, not my maid. This is none of your business."
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