February 2024

Chapter 42 Establishing Authority  Unfortunately 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 […]

Chapter 41 The Truth.  Several 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

Chapter 40 Punishment  The 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

Chapter 39 A Request  After 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

Chapter 38 A Show  Harriet’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

Chapter 37 A Mischievous Companion  Tucker licked her palm, and the ticklish sensation brought Harriet back to reality.  Getting no resistance from Harriet, Tucker boldly extended his paws, as if eager to pounce on her again.  Delbert checked Tucker, who then retracted its claws, whimpered, and stared at Harriet pitifully.  Harriet was amused. ‘So, this

Chapter 36 Encounter in the Woods  There were rumors about Delbert feeding mastiffs with people who had made mistakes, but Harriet thought it was nonsense. Delbert would never do such a thing.  As she delved deeper into the woods, the thick foliage blocked out sunlight, leaving only a lush green.  The road was littered with

Chapter 35 The Forbidden Woods  All the servants stood there in utter disbelief.  Did Colleen just kowtow to Harriet and admit her mistake?  Their jaws dropped, and some of them struggled to hold back their laughter.  “Since you know your mistake and kneel before me, I’ll forgive you.  Harriet pouted and continued, “But it’s wrong

Chapter 34 The Kitchen Confrontation  Despite his seething anger, Delbert refused to unleash harsh words on her. Instead, he bottled up his fury and sought solace in a solitary drinking session. Eventually, he imbibed to the point of developing stomach ulcers.  In this new life, Harriet made a vow to safeguard his stomach.  She would

Chapter 33 Desperate Search  Harriet’s heart was in her throat, and tears welled up in her eyes.  She was consumed by an overwhelming desire to see Delbert, her  beloved man.  She yearned to catch a glimpse of him, even if it was just for a moment, to reassure herself that he was still by her