Chapter 4

Unlike the lingering cries in the abandoned building,

Julian’s mansion was quiet and peaceful.

As I entered, I saw a girl with braided hair, lying on the sofa reading a book.

Seeing me, she startled, immediately becoming reserved.

“You…”

The girl’s eyes darted away when she saw me, then she lowered her lashes.

“Are you… the boss’s wife?”

I was surprised by her words and sat down beside her.

“No.”

“Oh…”

The girl shrank back into the corner, a hint of disappointment in her eyes.

“I thought only a woman as beautiful and outstanding as you could be worthy of Julian.”

“…”

There was a wide-eyed, almost childish innocence in her gaze.

I grimaced inwardly. Another girl completely taken in by Julian’s facade.

Just as I was about to reach out and pat her head, someone suddenly called out.

“Anya, the boss said you’re not to touch Ms. Carter.”

The guard appeared quickly, stepping in front of me. If not for the lingering respect, he would’ve practically dragged me away.

“Please, don’t come to this mansion again. It belongs to Ms. Carter now.”

The girl, startled, curled up even tighter, and I simply raised an eyebrow.

Tsk, tsk, such a high level of protection.

“Fine, I’m leaving.”

Julian had brought back many women over the years, but she was the first to be protected like this.