Chapter 59

Despite Cecile's naughty behavior and rude responses, Ben didn't seem to mind at all. Perhaps he had on a thick skin today or he just didn't care, which was even more unbelievable what Cecile just said to him.

Aliyah was beyond surprised, blankly staring at the duo, and also knowing fully well that if it had been her, Ben would have lunged at her in fury by now. Like a predator pouncing on its prey.

He just stared at Cecile, his eyes spoke of his displeasure like he was fed up with her childish and silly behavior, after a while Cecile breathed out and moved her gaze from him, suddenly avoiding eye contact in guilt. Maybe she realized that she had pushed it a bit far, and in a bid to steer the conversation away from her misbehavior she added:

"He went back in his study and said he would be here in five minutes," she shrugged before taking a seat across from Ben.

Ben flicked his eyes around the room, as if checking to see if the old mam would suddenly appear, then he stood up, "I do