Steward Qin Feels He Has Made a Mistake

Grace Lawrence met Evan Xiao's gaze, her cheeks flushing as she nervously bit her lip, eyes darting away in embarrassment.

Evan Xiao did a double-take—Lily Bai was sitting at his desk!

Grace Lawrence's face turned red in a flash. She grabbed the paper, crumpled it up, and shoved it into her sleeve, hoping no one would notice.

It’s barely morning—why is Evan Xiao already back?

Evan Xiao strolled over, eyeing her with playful suspicion. "What are you scribbling?"

"N-nothing!" Grace stammered, trying to hide her flustered smile.

"Come on, let me see." Evan teased, reaching for her hand.

Grace shook her head, forcing a smile. "Really, it’s nothing. I was just writing a prescription for Anna…"

"Then why are you hiding it? Let me see!" Evan pressed, narrowing his eyes with mock suspicion.

"No way!" Grace protested, clutching her sleeve tighter.

But before she could react, Evan Xiao moved like lightning—her sleeve was suddenly empty.

He’d swiped the paper right out of her sleeve.

"Don’t look!" Grace yelped, her face burning.

But Evan Xiao was already unfolding the paper, a mischievous glint in his eye.

On the paper, written boldly, were the words: "Evan Xiao, I really like you."

The last stroke of "you" was still unfinished, trailing off as if she'd been interrupted.

Evan Xiao glanced at the confession, then at Grace. "A prescription, huh?" he teased.

Grace snatched the paper back, suddenly speechless.

She’d barely gotten started… Thank goodness he didn’t see more.

Evan Xiao slid his arm around her waist, pulling her flush against him. He tipped up her chin with a sly smile. "So, Grace, what exactly do you like about me?"

"I... I..." Grace Lawrence stammered, her face burning and her eyes darting every which way.

Evan Xiao gave her an impish grin, squeezing her waist. "Looks like you enjoyed last night... hmm?"

"No! That's not it!" Grace blurted out. "I'm not that naughty!"

Evan Xiao chuckled, "Are you sure? I get the feeling you can't resist my charms! You're always sneaking glances at your handsome general."

"I am not!" Grace protested, hiding her face in her hands.

"Don't be shy! We're married, you know!" Evan Xiao laughed, gently pulling her hands away and stealing a kiss.

Lily Bai tasted so sweet—Evan Xiao couldn't get enough once he started.

Soon enough, Lily Bai melted against him like water. Evan Xiao scooped her up in his arms and carried her to the cool divan nearby.

"General, what are you doing... It's broad daylight, don't... mmm..." Her clothes were tugged open with a bit too much enthusiasm, exposing her fragrant shoulder. Evan Xiao's breath grew heavy as his rough hands slipped under her clothes, kneading her gently...

"Little Fish, let me love you a little more. I promise you'll like me even better..." Evan Xiao whispered in her ear.

"No, please..." Grace whimpered. She'd only meant to write a goodbye letter...

Just then, a knock sounded at the door. Quentin Chin called from outside, "General!"

Evan Xiao froze, got up, and shot a very annoyed look at the door. "What is it?"

Grace, lying on the divan, caught sight of a rather impressive tent...

Oh my god! Grace covered her eyes, feeling like her innocent soul had just been scandalized...

"Something’s happened," Quentin Chin's voice sounded grim from outside.

Evan Xiao glanced down at himself, muttered, "Damn it!" then quickly straightened Grace’s clothes, calmed himself, and went to open the door.

Quentin Chin burst in, "General—uh..."

Quentin Chin was nobody’s fool. He immediately sensed something was off.

His boss looked absolutely furious.

Lily Bai stood by the divan, her cheeks still suspiciously flushed...

Quentin Chin suddenly felt like he’d really messed up...

"Well? Didn’t you say something happened?" Evan Xiao snapped.

"Oh! Yes, yes, something happened!" Quentin Chin stammered.

"What is it?"

"Um... maybe Miss Lily should step out for a moment?" Quentin Chin glanced at Grace.

"No need. Go ahead." Evan Xiao replied.

Quentin Chin nodded and whispered, "Gary Yu was caught by Prime Minister Zhu. They broke his leg and dumped him at the door."