The Unshackled Queen: Never Say Never

“No problem.

” Hannah tilted her head.

“You alright?”

The butler grinned.

“I’m good.

Lucky you’re okay.

Else, explaining to Master Bryson would’ve been a nightmare.

”

“It’s all good.

Get back to your tasks.

I’ll head to my room.

”

As she stepped into the living room and began to climb the stairs, Hannah’s phone buzzed in her pocket, likely a message.

Since she couldn’t see well and it might not be crucial, she had decided to ignore it.

To her surprise, it kept buzzing, suggesting multiple messages waiting for her.

Just then, Dotson came downstairs.

“Boss! What are you doing down here? I just woke up.

Why didn’t you wake me if you wanted to go out?”

“No need to worry.

I’m staying in,” Hannah said.

“I just fancy a stroll in the garden.

Since you’re here, could you check my messages for me?”

“Sure thing.

”

Dotson grabbed Hannah’s phone eagerly, his eyes lighting up at the notification.

“It’s Lydia,” he said, peering at the screen with interest.

“She’s suggesting you meet up at the candy coffee shop downtown tomorrow around noon.

She also mentioned feeling exhausted lately.

After sending you this message, she’s heading to bed.

She wants to hang out with you tomorrow.

”

Hannah hesitated, mindful of Lydia’s lack of knowledge about her eye condition.

Deciding to avoid worrying Lydia, Hannah said, “Let her know I’m busy for now, but we can catch up in a few days.

”

“Alright,” Dotson said, quickly typing out the message.

But Lydia’s immediate response caught them off guard.

“Lydia mentioned she’s feeling down and hopes you can spare some time for her.

”

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It was unusual for Lydia to reach out so urgently.

It meant that something wasn’t quite right.

“Let her know we’ll meet at the coffee shop she mentioned.

”

“Got it.

”

After Dotson sent the message, the butler’s voice echoed from the living room.

“Miss Moore, Professor Campbell’s here!”

“You naughty girl! What’s gotten into you?” Saul exclaimed as soon as the butler finished.

Despite his age, Saul hurried to Hannah, saying, “Let’s check those eyes of yours upstairs!”

“Sorry for the trouble.

Come along, Dotson.

”

“Okay! Boss!”

After returning to her room, Hannah sank onto the bed.

“Mr.

Campbell, are you the only one visiting today? Didn’t your other students come along?”