Chapter 259

"Oh my! Mrs. Lance, why are you here?" Martha exclaimed. "It's still early. You should go back to sleep. Otherwise, how will you have the energy for your internship?"

Jennifer forced a smile. "I couldn't sleep. Let me help you with breakfast."

"This..." Martha firmly refused to let Jennifer help. "Mr. Lance will surely be upset if he finds out. You should rest, Mrs. Lance."

Jennifer told Martha about Zion's situation. She lowered her gaze and muttered softly, "I can't do anything else. So, this is the only way I can repay him."

Martha sighed, feeling heartbroken for Jennifer who was so considerate despite her age. Jennifer did all this merely to please Maxwell. So, Martha reluctantly allowed Jennifer to help her prepare breakfast.

Outside, the sun gradually rose, and breakfast was almost ready. Just then, Maxwell suddenly walked into the kitchen. Seeing Jennifer in an apron, he asked, "What are you doing here? I was wondering why I couldn't find you this morning."

"I wanted to pr