Chapter 3 She Says No

The moment Elizabeth met his gaze, a cold sweat broke out across her skin as if her heart had stopped beating.

It was him. It was really him, the man who saved her brother's life two years ago, and also the man to who she lost her virginity.

"So she's the housekeeper you referred to?" He said in a low yet extremely magnetic voice.

His gaze had already moved away from Elizabeth, and the expression on his face seemed to not have changed in the slightest.

'Maybe he didn't recognize me at all?' Elizabeth hoped so.

Blaze immediately turned to look at the elevator and saw Elizabeth standing there in a daze. He immediately made the introduction.

"Mr. Marquez, this is the manager of the housekeeping department, Elizabeth."

"Ms. Hubbard, this is our distinguished guest, Mr. Marquez, who comes from the distant Lochapple. It's our great honor to have Mr. Marquez here." Even when Blaze was introducing him to Elizabeth, he did not forget to flatter Ronald.

Speaking of Lochapple, he seemed to have thought of something, "By the way, Ms. Hubbard, I remember that you're from Lochapple, too, right? You and Mr. Marquez are from the same place. What a pleasant coincidence!"

Blaze was beaming with joy, but Elizabeth only felt even more nervous.

"In that case, let her be my housekeeper." The man's voice sounded again, calm and unhurried, yet carrying an undeniable authority.

"Mr. Marquez, I'm from the Household Affairs, so I don't know much about being a housekeeper. I'm afraid..." Elizabeth wanted to reject him. In the past two years, she had completely forgotten about him and didn't want any further contact with him. This was her way of showing respect for both herself and him.

However, before she could finish speaking, he cut her off. "Ms. Hubbard, so you don't wanna be my housekeeper?"

Though he seemed to be asking a question, his tone was cold and tinged with arrogance.

"She surely wants that. Mr. Marquez, you're generous enough to give her the chance to serve you. Both the Stellar Hotel and Ms. Hubbard are more than honored." Blaze chimed in before Elizabeth had the chance to reject the proposal. As he spoke, he shot her a meaningful glance, silently urging her to comply.

Elizabeth realized that there was no way to refuse. She lowered her head, pretending to be fully compliant.

Once the elevator door closed, only Blaze and the temporarily appointed housekeeper Elizabeth were inside with Ronald. The rest were all blocked outside by Ronald's assistant.

The elevator reached the top floor, where the presidential suite was located.

Blaze stepped forward, about to lead them into the room, but was stopped by the assistant.

"Mr. Booth, please stop here. Ms. Hubbard will take it from here. Mr. Marquez prefers not to be disturbed. During his stay, I hope the security can take responsibility. Please do not allow any unrelated people to come in."

With his astuteness, Blaze understood the underlying meaning at once. Although it was embarrassing to be stopped, he still reacted quickly and nodded his head. "Understood. Don't worry. Our hotel is the best of its kind in Swynwick. You can trust our securities."

"Good. Please take your time." The assistant spoke calmly, waiting for Elizabeth and Ronald to exit the elevator. After the doors closed, he watched as the elevator went down.