Chapter 210

When Anna stepped through the door, the first thing she saw was her Husky, Snowy, trotting over with a ball of yarn clamped in its mouth, tail wagging like crazy. "Ma'am, you're back." Megan was arranging some flowers—roses so fresh and vibrant they almost glowed in the crystal vase. She glanced up at the sound. "Mr. Blake made some maple cookies for you at lunch. They're probably cooled down by now." Anna blinked in surprise, then apologized softly. "Sorry… I already ate something outside today. I figured he wouldn't be home anyway." After all, Julian was so cold to her this morning before leaving for work. She definitely didn't expect him to bake cookies and offer a peace branch just like that. Weirdly enough, Anna always got more nervous talking to Megan than even Julian's father. Her words came out awkward and stiff. "No need to apologize to me, ma'am. I'm just a housekeeper after all," Megan replied gently, her gaze still lowered. "Mr. Blake really cares about your relationship. I