Chapter 1679

The sound of water splashing filled the bathroom as Mavis stepped into the tub, removing her dirty dress. The warm water washed over her, washing away her tiredness and unhappiness. She leaned back in the tub, accidentally noticing his bathrobe hanging nearby. They could have had a wonderful evening together… Soon, the bathroom filled with thick steam, hiding her expression. After her bath, Mavis put on his bathrobe and flopped onto the bed, burying her face in his pillow. It still carried Nathaniel's scent. She stared at the ceiling, trying to sleep and forget her troubles. However, sleep eluded her. She had grown accustomed to Nathaniel's presence beside her, the sound of his breathing, his embrace, and the feel of his chest. The silence was deafening… Finally, just before dawn, she managed to fall asleep. The morning alarm jolted Mavis awake. She quickly got dressed and went downstairs, as if she was in a rush. "Mae…" Gabrielle started to say, but Mavis h