Steven hated this feeling.
He turned and left the dining room for his own room.
*****
By the time Steven came back downstairs, he had already showered, changed into a fresh set of clothes, and tidied himself up.
However, his eyes were still clouded with gloom and deep exhaustion.
The housekeeper had already set a place for him at the table. But the seat Steven usually sat in was currently occupied by Matthew.
As a result, Steven could only sit at the far end of the table. He felt an indescribable complexity of emotions.
The originally relaxed and pleasant atmosphere at the dining table had vanished the moment Steven returned.
Ella had already left the table early, retreating to her room with her phone in hand to chat and text with Shane.
Nicholas spoke first, "Steven, as you
