Chapter 7 - A Midnight Conversation Reveals Rachel’s Heartbreaking Past
Daniel placed the briefcase on the mahogany desk before turning to look at Rachel with professional respect.
“Mr. Calder wants you to review these documents when you have a moment, Mrs. Bennett,” Daniel said quietly.
“What are they?” Rachel asked, her hands trembling around her teacup.
“They are legal protections ensuring that no one from the Hart family can ever approach you or Lily again,” Daniel explained.
Rachel’s eyes widened with profound gratitude as the magnitude of Roman’s protection finally sank in.
“Why is he doing all of this for us? Men in his position don't care about maids,” Rachel murmured softly.
“Mr. Calder honors promises, Mrs. Bennett, especially those made to protect the innocent,” Daniel replied before exiting quietly.
Later that night, unable to sleep, Rachel walked down to the estate library to return a book Lily had borrowed.
The grand room was dark except for the amber glow of a single desk lamp illuminating Roman’s broad shoulders.
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He looked up from a stack of shipping manifests as Rachel stepped hesitantly across the Persian rug.
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