Leaving Leon’s study, Esther went straight to the receiving hall. There she already saw Anika.

“Esther!” Anika happily waved at her.

Esther tried to fix her expression and smiled back.

Anika pulled her to sit and chat.

“Nanny made some delicious pastries. Try them!” She offered.

Esther took one nonchalantly and ate some. Her mind was still on the conversation she just had earlier.

Finally, she can’t help but turn to Anika.

“Did you, say anything to your husband? About you giving me stuff,” She asked hesitantly.

Anika heard this and nodded innocently.

“Yes, I did,”

Esther almost rolled her eyes at this. She sighed and tried to calm her...