Chapter 38 A ShowHarriet's scream echoed through the air, causing Delbert to panic.He swiftly turned around, only to discover that Harriet had dropped her lunch box, while Tucker, the mischievous culprit, sniffed at the fallen egg with great excitement.Disgusted by the taste, the dog stuck out its tongue and stepped aside.Harriet groaned at its disrespect for her cooking skills.Delbert couldn't bring himself to blame the dog.After all, Tucker was like a son to him.While fierce at times, Tucker would never do anything to displease Harriet.Delbert fixed his gaze on Harriet, who looked at the broken lunchbox with a sad expression.Sensing his gaze, she looked up at him.Her nose tingled, and her eyelashes trembled as she blinked away the tears.Within seconds, she transformed into a pitiful figure, crying out loud.Tears streamed down her fair face, evoking sympathy.Harriet knew that by crying like this, Delbert would forget his anger and attend to her every need, ju
Chapter 39 A RequestAfter finally soothing Harriet, Delbert couldn't resist picking her up and leaving the mountains.Her tears threatened to flood the entire mountainside.Seeing Tucker wanting to follow, Delbert stopped it with a whistle.Tucker sat on the ground and hung its head in dejection.Unable to bear leaving it behind, Harriet tugged at Delbert's sleeve and pleaded, "Tucker is lonely. Can we take him home?""No!" Delbert rejected it flatly, worried that Tucker might cause trouble at home.Harriet crinkled her nose and looked at him with tearful eyes."You're bad. You promised me, but you didn't listen to me. Ahhh... I hate you."Harriet's loud sobs resumed, prompting Delbert to relent."Alright, we'll take him back."Harriet grinned with satisfaction, leaving Delbert feeling helpless.They left with Tucker and joined Opal before they returned to the villa.The sunlight cast long, diagonal shadows, creating a picturesque scene.At the villa's entrance, Harriet
Chapter 40 PunishmentThe servant covered her forehead, trembling as she delivered the message. "Mr. Delbert has returned with Miss Harriet, and he demanded your presence.""Mr. Delbert is back? Just in time!" Colleen's face brightened.She had been worried that she wouldn't be able to deal with Harriet, but now, an unexpected opportunity had presented itself.She believed that once she leveraged her long-standing service and Milton's trust, Delbert would have to punish Harriet and make it right for her.Harriet was just a fool unfavored by Delbert anyway.Colleen got carried away with these thoughts and smiled triumphantly.'Harriet, just wait for your demise!' She thought viciously.Colleen got up and hurried to the hall.As soon as she arrived and laid eyes on Delbert, she pinched her thigh hard, forcing tears to well up in her eyes.She approached him and cried out, "Mr. Delbert, you have to uphold justice for me."However, her voice lured a colossal creature, causing it
Chapter 41 The TruthSeveral bodyguards swiftly responded to Delbert's command and apprehended Colleen.Colleen, taken aback, questioned, "Mr. Delbert, what is the meaning of this?""Colleen, are you not aware that Harriet is going to be my wife, the sole hostess of this mansion? Even if she mistreats you, you should bear with it as a servant. How dare you complain to me?"Delbert spat and then commanded, "Get her out and cast her into the sea as fish food!"He disregarded Colleen's existence. The only person who mattered to him was Yvonne.The bodyguards promptly obeyed the order, seizing Colleen and making their way toward the exit.Colleen, panic-stricken, cried out in protest, "Mr. Delbert, no! I've served you for so many years. You can't be so heartless!"Miss Harriet slapped me and demanded I kowtow to her. All the servants witnessed it. If you blame me instead, you'll be scorned by everyone."Having resided with the Carlson family for so long and having been valued by M
Chapter 42 Establishing AuthorityUnfortunately for Colleen, Delbert had seen through her hypocrisy.Ignoring the terror-stricken housekeeper, he gently looked at Harriet."Harriet, how do you want her to meet her end?"Harriet blinked with feigned confusion, as if she couldn't comprehend what he meant."I don't want Colleen to die. I just want her to do her job and take good care of me!"Still holding grudges from her previous life, Harriet had no intention of letting Colleen go so easily.Aware of her intentions, Delbert squinted at Colleen.Colleen trembled in terror, sensing that her future life wouldn't be easy.Her intuition was confirmed when Delbert issued an order. "Colleen, did you hear what Harriet said? From today onwards, you will be responsible for her food, clothing, and daily needs. You will do everything yourself."If she is unsatisfied even in the slightest, the depths of the sea will be your grave.""Yes, Mr. Delbert!" Colleen nodded hastily, hoping for so
Chapter 43 The Unwelcome Guest"Harriet, I'm here to see you."Before the figure came into view, his voice echoed through the air.From a distance, Harriet caught the sound of Clifton's cheerful voice.His excitement, however, wasn't due to seeing his daughter. Rather, it stemmed from the hope of uncovering the whereabouts of the inheritance left by Harriet's mother.A fleeting shadow passed over Harriet's eyes as she suppressed a dark emotion.Clifton soon emerged before them.He was surprised by Delbert's presence and quickly plastered on a flattering smile."Mr. Delbert, you're home too. Well, I've brought some gifts for you guys, a token of my regard."Compared with his enthusiasm, Delbert remained aloof and indifferent.Clifton felt displeased by the cold reception but dared not show it openly.After all, the man before him was the overlord of Meawood City and the president of Carlson Group.Suddenly, a growling sound broke the tension.Delbert turned toward the sourc
Chapter 44 Colleen's AngerColleen deserved such treatment.She hoisted herself up from the ground. Every fiber of her being seethed with fury.She placed the blame squarely on Harriet. If it hadn't been for Harriet, she wouldn't be in a position where any maid in the villa could bully her.At the same time, she told herself to calm down and wait for her daughter to arrive.The day her daughter hooked up with Delbert would be the day of Harriet's demise....The meal was hastily prepared, yet no one in the villa dared to lend Colleen a hand. She was left with no choice but to use her injured hand to carry the scorching plates and hobble her way to the dining room.Feeling sorry for her, Opal wanted to help."Colleen, let me assist you!"However, the haughty Colleen pushed her away and mocked her."How can I bother the esteemed companion of Miss Harriet to help me serve food? If you burn your hand, it'll be all my fault."Harriet tugged at Opal's clothes.Opal huffed and st
Chapter 45 Unforeseen Trouble"Hold up! I'll be right back!"Clifton hastily ended the call, and now he lost interest in asking Harriet about her mother's legacy.His sole focus now was to return home to tackle the pressing issue."Mr. Delbert, my apologies. Something urgent has cropped up at home, so I must take my leave. I'll come by another day," he announced hurriedly, forgetting his disguise as he dashed off.Earlier on the phone, Bessie had informed him about an anonymous tip-off to the press, accusing him of tax evasion.Journalists from major media outlets swarmed outside their house, vying for the scoop.This left Clifton feeling flustered.He had executed everything perfectly and had been certain that no one would find out.'Who could be behind this leak? Could it be someone around me?' He wondered.Harriet shot a cold glance at Clifton's retreating figure.Considering her previous condition, Clifton had occasionally let his guard down around her.Now that she had