Chapter 119

5 AM Serena, exhausted, pushed open the villa gate and found that the servants were already up. What surprised her was that Matthew was up so early today, and it was only half-past five. Seeing her return, Matthew casually withdrew his gaze. Serena pursed her lips, went straight to her room, took a shower, changed into professional attire, grabbed her bag, and headed downstairs. While changing shoes at the door, Matthew, unusually, spoke up, "Be careful and come back early." A warmth filled Serena's heart, and she slightly curved her lips. Matthew pretended to be engrossed in the newspaper, glancing at her from the corner of his eye as she approached and quickly averting his gaze. Serena stood beside him, suddenly placed her bag down, and then nestled into his arms, tightly hugging his waist. Matthew's body instantly stiffened; even the newspaper slipped from his hand. With closed eyes, Serena greedily breathed in his scent. She felt so secure. When did this man become someone she coul