Chapter 483

Rachel had no idea what was up with Tyler today. Was he seriously upset because they went overtime in the study?

It was only ten minutes! Surely he wasn’t that petty.

Still, not wanting Cecilia to overthink it, Rachel shook her head.

“It’s not that. He’s probably just stressed from work. Maybe something came up at the office. I’ll tell him a creepy story tonight to entertain him.”

Tyler suddenly cleared his throat. “No talking during meals.”

Rachel pouted. Who would say no talking while eating these days? Could he actually be annoyed that Cecilia was dining with them?

Even if that was true, there was no need to be so cold about it.

This was just plain awkward for everyone, especially for Cecilia.

Still, Rachel forced herself to stay calm. She kept telling herself that right now, Tyler was her all-powerful client. She absolutely couldn’t afford to piss him off.

There was silence. Rachel was used to this. She had spent enough time around Tyler to know that if she didn’t grow a thick skin, she’d be emotionally wrecked by him in no time.

But while Rachel could manage, Cecilia definitely couldn’t.

She was already intimidated by Tyler, and now, with his cold expression, it was hard not to spiral into negative thoughts.

Rachel couldn’t exactly scold Tyler. This wasn’t her house, after all.

She was just about to find an excuse for Cecilia to leave early. Perhaps she could say Cecilia was full, and they could grab something else later once they were back in the city.

Just as she opened her mouth, Tyler stood up first. “I’m done. You two take your time.”

Rachel quickly swallowed her words and nodded. “Of course. Go get some rest.”

Tyler glanced at his watch. “Be back in your room by around nine. I’ve got an early meeting tomorrow, so I need to sleep early.”

“Okay.”

Rachel’s head started to ache at the thought of having to tell him a story later. She didn’t even know any creepy stories.

Once Tyler left, neither of them moved until they heard the door shut behind him.

Rachel immediately rolled up her sleeves and started piling food onto Cecilia’s plate.

“Come on, eat up. He’s finally gone. You must’ve barely eaten just now, right?”

Cecilia, still recovering from the stress, patted her chest.

“I was so scared. Tyler didn’t even raise his voice, but just looking at him was terrifying. I can’t even imagine what it’d be like if he actually got mad. We’d both be toast!”

Rachel found it odd. “He usually doesn’t act like this. Even if something’s going on, he usually keeps it to himself. But did you see his face just now? He looked like he was ready to kill someone.”

Cecilia couldn’t help but snicker. “Haha, you’re right. Honestly, if I weren’t so scared, I would’ve taken a picture of that face. But seriously, even when he’s angry, he looks ridiculously handsome. You get what I mean? Good-looking people just look good no matter what.”

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Rachel sighed and poked Cecilia’s forehead. “Seriously? That’s what you’re thinking about right now? I give up.”

Now that Tyler was gone, Rachel started piling more food onto Cecilia’s plate. “Come on, eat more.”

Cecilia giggled. “You’re acting like I haven’t eaten in 800 years.”

She stuffed her mouth while still laughing.

“But honestly, Wanda’s cooking is amazing! I swear, it’s almost as good as what they serve at restaurants.”

“If you ever crave it again, just call me. You can come over and eat."

Cecilia ate another piece of braised pork and waved at Rachel. “Thanks, but I’ll pass. I don’t think I can handle this again. I’m satisfied with this meal alone.”