Chapter 873

"I'm warning you. You better be gone before I wake up tomorrow," Pearl said firmly. Silas muttered quietly about her being heartless. After that, Pearl went back to her room to sleep. The next morning, she headed downstairs to check on things. The blanket was neatly folded, and it seemed Silas had left. "You're up, Pearl? Come and have some breakfast. I made your favorite thick egg toast." A head popped out from the kitchen, waving a spatula. Pearl was speechless. "Didn't I tell you to leave?" Silas pretended to look hurt. "You never eat breakfast, just bread. I figured I'd make you something proper before I go so you'd have a decent meal." It was considerate, but she didn't need it. But since he was still cooking, it didn't feel right to kick him out. She slapped her forehead. "Fine, but leave after breakfast." Hearing his stay extended, Silas grinned. "Sure!" And so, Pearl's quiet morning turned into a breakfast for two. She lost her appetite, worrying about Richard