“There you are!” I jumped up, immediately moving away from him to the side. Michael stayed in the same position for a while. I caught a glimpse of his discontented smirk. He then straightened his back and turned around to face his mother.
“Yes. She was getting too hungry, so I got her a light sandwich. Is it a problem?” His smile now changed into a very polite one, which was definitely feigned.
“I see. I’ll get the food served in a minute! Ladies, please hurry! Michael, Sophie, please go to the dining room and wait there. I’ll make them bring you some tea to calm your hungry stomach first.” Michael’s mother gently smiled at me and then directed her attention to the ladies working in the kitchen.
“What are you doing? Let’s go. They’ll bring things soon.” Michael kindly smiled at me. I no
