Chapter 87
Chapter 87
Although Martha spoke sternly , she still shot a glare at Trevor .
Trevor remained unfazed and didn’t react . He didn’t need another reminder ; he simply picked up a dish and placed some food on Celeste’s plate .
Celeste responded , “ Thank you . ”
Martha then mentioned that she had brought a variety of health supplements for them . After dinner , she planned to personally oversee the preparation of some nourishing soups for Celeste and Trevor .
Celeste couldn’t refuse and could only nod in agreement .
Martha had spent time in Yorkhaven in her younger years and had mastered the art of making rich , slow – cooked broths .
After dinner , she went to the kitchen to personally guide the staff in preparing the tonics . When Celeste tried to help , Martha simply pushed her out of the kitchen .
Left with no other choice , Celeste sat down on the couch .
Jordyn and Trevor were also there – one focused on her Artisan’s Puzzle , the other on his phone , busy with work . The room was silent .
At that moment , Matthias messaged Celeste about something work – related . After seeing the content , she immediately replied , fully absorbed in the discussion .
She was so focused that she didn’t even notice when Martha walked out of the kitchen .
Trevor , however , had already put down his phone .
When she realized that , Celeste quickly set her own phone aside . “ Grandma . ”
Martha glanced at the three of them , sighed , and muttered , “ You all … ”
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Not knowing what else to say , she sat beside Celeste and asked , “ What were you so busy with ? ”
“ Just some work – related matters . ”
Martha snorted and gestured toward Trevor . “ You can discuss work with him , can’t you ? Or is he just decoration sitting here ? ”
Celeste froze for a moment . She didn’t mention that she had already resigned from Fleming Group .
She glanced at Trevor .
He seemed to be in a relatively good mood and made no effort to correct Martha or tell her that Celeste no longer worked at the company .
Perhaps he was worried that if she found out , Martha would insist on her returning to Fleming Group .
Martha soon moved on to another topic and then pulled both Celeste and Trevor along for a walk in the garden .
After their stroll , Martha grow tired . “ I’m going to take a bath and get some rest . When the soup is ready , don’t forget to drink it . ”
Celeste was about to respond when she suddenly realized the implication of Martha’s words . She hesitated and turned to look at Trevor .
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Seemingly anticipating her reaction , Trevor said , “ Grandina is planning to stay here for a while . ”
“ What ? ” Celeste was stunned .
Trevor didn’t elaborate . “ I’m heading to the study . ”
With that , he left without waiting for her response .
Jordyn came running downstairs and pulled Celeste upstairs to help her solve her Artisan’s Puzzle .
Celeste spent over an hour with her before Hannah arrived , carrying a tray . “ Mrs. Fleming , the soup is ready . ”
She set down one of the bowls .
Celeste took it , saying , “ Thank you . ”
“ Mrs. Fleming Senior said to drink it while it’s hot . ”
“ Okay , I will . ”
Hannah left to deliver the other bowl to Trevor
Celeste drank her soup and then reminded Jordyn to take a bath .
Since Martha was staying over , Celeste couldn’t sleep in Jordyn’s room again .
Once Jordyn had finished her bath , Celeste returned to the master bedroom .
Trevor wasn’t there , so he was probably still in the study .
Matthias had sent over more documents that she hadn’t finished reviewing .
She quickly responded to a portion of them , but there were still some difficult issues that required more thought . Pondering them , she walked into the bathroom .
After showering and changing into her pajamas , she suddenly realized she had forgotten to bring pajama pants .
The clothes she had worn earlier had gotten wet while she was washing her face .
Celeste figured Trevor probably wasn’t back yet .
After hesitating for a moment , she pushed open the bathroom door and stepped out .
But the moment she did , she locked eyes with Trevor , who looked right at her .