Chapter 156: Exercise Restraint

During Nelson's absence, the servants helped Callie bathe, which made things less awkward. Apart from a bit of guilt, she found living alone in the Paucaster Villa Complex quite comfortable. In the evening, she lay on the sofa, tapping away at her phone, unable to type a single word. Nelson pushed open the door and saw a woman with long legs stretched out, glowing white under the light. "Mr. Oconnor? You're back," the servant's voice woke Callie. She immediately jumped up, straightened her clothes, and sat there nervously. Nelson withdrew his gaze from her and let the servant take off his coat. Bianca ran out from the kitchen upon hearing the noise. "Nelson, you finally came home!" Nelson pressed his temples. "Too many things at hand." Bianca coughed and pulled him aside to speak quietly. "Excuses. Not even a phone call for days. Did you two have a fight?" Nelson glanced sideways and saw Callie sneaking a fearful look at him. When she noticed his attention, she quickly turned a