Chapter 332 - 329: Mind In Chaos III (1/2)

”Welcome back milord.” The butler greeted as Leonard entered the mansion.

Leonard gave a nod to the butler then asked. ”Where's Serena?” He has been used to her welcoming him back as she always did that even on days when he just returns from the ministry. Also, he wanted to hand her the souvenir she asked for. Although they were not siblings by blood, their relationship was pretty good.

”Lady Serena has not come down from her bedroom yet. Perhaps she's still tired from the ball last night.” The butler reported.

Leonard looked at his watch. It was already 1 in the afternoon. He shook his head. ”Where's her servant girl Beatrice?”

”She's taken leave the day after you left milord. Currently, the housekeeper, Mildred, is taking over her duties.”

”The housekeeper?” Leonard asked as he furrowed his brows.

”Yes, she said that she has done a similar job before and that she has a lot of time in her hands. Thus, instead of letting some inexperienced servants serve the lady, she volunteered herself.” The butler explained.

Leonard felt it a bit strange but then again, the explanation seems reasonable. ”Alright. Then instruct Mildred to wake Serena up. It's already late. I haven't had my lunch yet, so tell her that I requested she join me.” He instructed before he walked to his chambers to freshen up from his journey.

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”Milady…” Mildred called as she knocked on Serena's door.

Serena who was not able to sleep much was again jolted awake. She was not usually a light sleeper but that morning, as soon as the birds chirped, she was awakened. She tried to sleep more, her eyes and body were tired plus she knew that she needed to for her health, but her mind was just awake.

Anyway, she decided to get up and open the door.

”Milady, sorry for disturbing your sleep, but Lord Leonard has arrived, and he requested you join him for a meal.” Mildred explained.

”When did he arrive? Is he in the dining room already?” Serena asked feeling a bit guilty. She usually welcomes him when he arrives back, not that it's her duty to, but he's been away for 2 weeks.

”He just arrived a few minutes ago. Currently, he's in his chambers. Shall I help you in getting ready?”

Serena nodded and let Mildred in.

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When Serena arrived in the dining room, Leonard was already seated waiting for her.

”Welcome back, brother Leonard. Sorry to keep you waiting.” Serena greeted as she gave him a smile. Trying to act normal despite the turmoil she's feeling.

Leonard smiled back. ”It's alright. Come sit down.”

Serena sat in front of him. ”So, how was your trip?”

”Grueling.” Leonard replied.

Serena giggled.

Leonard's eyes turned to crescents as he looked at Serena, then as if the lecture her, he asked. ”So, what have you been up to since I left? It's already 2:30 and this would only be your first meal.”

”Nothing much. Just being lazy here at home.” Serena replied as the servant served the soup. Serena took a spoon to feed herself but before she could even put the spoon in her mouth, the smell of pumpkin began to nauseate her. She quickly stood up to head to the comfort room.

Leonard was surprised with Serena suddenly standing up. ”Serena?”

Serena ignored him and walked away. When she reached the comfort room, she vomited. Was she sick? No, maybe not. She touched her stomach. Maybe she's truly pregnant? Anyway, she went back to the dining room.

”What happened?” Leonard asked in concern.

Serena shook her head, ”It's nothing.”

Leonard observed Serena. This time, he noticed the redness in her eyes and the slightly darkened circles under them. She was up so late but why did it seem like she didn't sleep at all? ”I was informed that you came back home early from the ball with Geoffrey last night. Is there something I need to know?”