Miss Simmons, is that man with you?”


    Lucinda gave Sonny a quick sideways nce and replied, “Yes, he’s my bodyguard.


    ”


    A tinge of embarrassment washed over Jamie’s face.


    “I apologize, Miss Simmons.


    My master explicitly instructed us to escort only you and to wee no other guests.


    ”


    “He’s just my bodyguard.


    What is your master so afraid of?”


    Lucinda tried to convince Jamie.


    “I’m a girl who traveled thousands of miles to this country.


    If I can’t have even my bodyguard with me, T won’t feel safe.


    ”


    “Well…”


    “You can’t make that decision so I won’t make things difficult for you.


    Call your master immediately and inform him of the situation.


    If he still doesn’t agree, I will take a flight back to Cadiered right away! He talked about marrying me, and yet this is how he treat his bride to be?”


    Lucinda raised her hand in an elegant yetmanding manner, her tone unwavering.


    Sonny, admiring Lucinda’s tenacity, gave her a silent thumbs-up, appreciating her refusal to be controlled or exploited.


    Sure enough, Lucinda was someone who would not let herself be taken advantage of.


    Jamie repeatedly bowed to Lucinda and said, “Miss Simmons, please wait a moment.


    ”


    He retrieved his phone from his pocket, hastily dialed a number, and engaged in a whispered conversation with the person on the other end.


    After a minute or so, Jamie bowed once more, his face disying a mix of relief and excitement.


    “Mr.


    Chapman has given his consent, Miss Simmons.


    Please, do step into the car.


    ”


    The limousine’s plush interior enveloped Lucinda, Sonny, and Jamie as they settled in.


    The engine roared to life, and the vehicle took off, taking them around half an hour to reach the suburbs.


    The journey had winding roads and picturesquendscapes until they ultimately arriving at a quaint house nestled in a serene suburban neighborhood.


    As they pulled up to their destination, Lucinda gazed out the window, absorbing the charm of the surroundings.


    Jamie appeared at the door, extending an invitation.Upstodatee from Novel(D)ra/m/a.O(r)g


    “Please, make yourself at home, Miss Simmons.


    A cook will arriveter to bring you and your bodyguard lunch.


    Feel free to explore the area or get some rest, I must kindly request that you refrain from venturing outside the confines of the house.


    ”


    Expressionless, Lucinda asked with a hint of defiance, “Are you implying that he intends to restrict our freedom of movement?”


    Jamie’s expression remained calm as he said, “Miss Simmons, it’s your first time here in Ptis.


    Since you do not know much yet about this ce, my master simply wanted to make sure you were safe.


    ”


    Lucinda was growing more frustrated with the situation.


    She epted the arrangement since she didn’t care about shopping or learning the customs of the country anyway.