Chapter 278

"So he's the uncle Eden was talking about," Vespera thought. She suddenly remembered how, just minutes ago, she'd been on the phone with Rebecca, complaining about his "vicious wife". The realization made her suck in a quiet breath. She turned back around and greeted Theodore properly. "Mr. Locke, hello. I'm sorry about earlier, I was a bit rude." Theodore waved it off. "No, I was the one who crossed a line." Vespera smiled politely. "Not at all." Keeping her tone respectful, she turned to Samuel. "Mr. Reid Senior, I won't disturb your lunch with Mr. Locke any further. I'll head back to my room." "No need. I'll call Dominic and have him come to my private room. You might as well join us first," Samuel said. "Alright," Vespera agreed out loud, though internally, she was screaming. They entered the Wisteria Room, where the food had already been served. Even after sitting down, Vespera still felt completely thrown off. She'd only meant to get a minute to breathe—not end up at a t