Chapter 213

Rachel and Sarah were both taken aback. It seemed that Hugh had come all this way simply because Serena had missed breakfast. They couldn't help but wonder if it required someone as busy as Hugh to personally come and inquire about such a matter. Howard's forehead broke into a cold sweat. He never expected Serena to be growing more important to Hugh by the day. Quickly, he forced a smile. "It's… It's all Sarah's fault. I misunderstood Nina. I was just about to punish Sarah properly and make it up to Nina!" "Oh? Is grounding her your idea of a punishment? And what about the compensation?" Serena's voice was cold as she raised an eyebrow. She thought to herself that since Hugh had already come all the way here and with such a strong ally by her side, there was no reason not to make use of the opportunity. Howard's eyes flashed with disbelief. Serena was really pushing her luck! But with Hugh's sharp gaze on him, he didn't dare refuse. Gritting his teeth, he finally said, "The mo