Chapter 707

Her expression darkened, and she flipped her phone over, placing it screen-down. She didn’t want to see that name right now. Her feelings toward Robert were far too complicated. Love… or hatred? Whenever she was near him, a storm of emotions would rage inside her—so fierce it felt as though it might consume her completely. That was why she had left Williams Manor. She had to admit it— She was afraid. Now that all the pretenses between them had been stripped away, she had no idea how to face him anymore. So the only thing she could do… was run. Eleanor had never been someone who avoided problems. By nature, she was bold and fearless, the type who faced challenges head-on without hesitation. But when it came to Robert— She faltered. She ignored his call. Eventually, exhaustion overtook her, and she drifted into an uneasy sleep. .......... The next day, Charles left early to handle matters at the company. Not long after, Jack walked over and handed Eleanor an envelope. “What’s this?” she