The Unshackled Queen: Never Say Never
Chapter 1481

Bryson gazed at her retreating figure, a small smile playing at the corners of his lips.

“Spend it all,” he murmured to himself.

“That’s what it’s there for, anyway-for you.

”

In the absence of Hannah and Bryson, who had stepped outside, an air of unease permeated the villa.

The occupants began to worry, wondering if the two might have started a heated argument outside.

However, after a while, no sound of a quarrel could be heard.

Lydia paced back and forth in the living room, her brow furrowed with concern.

“Why hasn’t Hannah come back yet?” she questioned, her anxiety mounting.

As Lydia voiced her worries, Brayden remained cool and composed, lounging on the couch and leisurely enjoying some fruit.

“Don’t worry about it, honey,” he said, nonchalantly shrugging off

Lydia’s concern.

Unamused, she glared at him fiercely.

“You don’t have to worry.

It s not your best friend out there.

”

Hannah, attempting to ease Lydia’s worries, assured her, “We’re fine.

Everything has been settled.

”

As her gaze fell upon the dining room, where Grace was still having dinner with Edwin, she called out in their direction, raising her voice slightly.

“Grace, you can stay here.

I’ll drive you to and from school.

” Her voice was warm, but laced with a trace of command, making it clear that her offer was a firm decision, not a mere suggestion.

Grace, a glimmer of confusion flickering in her eyes, turned her attention to Hannah.

“Where’s my brother?” she asked, curious about his whereabouts.

Hannah’s response was matter-of-fact, her tone warm but firm.

“He’ll be busy with work for the next couple of days, so he’s asked me to look after you for now.

”

Grace’s voice was filled with enthusiasm.

“Alright!” she exclaimed happily.

“We have Sunday off.

Hannah, will you come with me for some fun? My classmate is having a birthday party, and he’s invited us to come to their resort for a picnic with our families.

”

Hannah’s response was measured, not wanting to commit to the idea just yet.

“I’ll have to see if I’m available.

If I can make it, then I’ll come with you.

”

Grace, seemingly unaffected by the hesitation, dropped her fork and ran to Hannah’s side Like an eager sparrow, attempting to cajole Hannah in her sweetest voice.

“Please, Hannah! Everyone’s gonna be there and they’re bringing their families.

My brother is gonna be super busy, so I won’t have anyone to go with.

You’re the only one I can count on!”

Hearing that, Hannah sighed, a small smile still on her lips as she replied, “Alright, I’ll go with you.

”

“Now, it’s time to finish up your dinner,” Hannah coaxed, her voice warm and reassuring.

“I’ll ask the housekeeper to prepare a room for you.

You need to get some sleep now.

It’s a school night.

”

Grace responded cheerfully, “Okay, Hannah!” After that, she hurried back to the dining room, chatting with Edwin and resuming her lively conversation.

“Come with me,” Hannah said as she approached Dotson, who was engrossed in his phone in the living room.

“I’ll replace a room for you to stay here in the villa.

”

Dotson was surprised by Hannah’s generosity, not expecting to be offered a room in her villa.

“Boss, I can stay in a hotel by myself.

Please don’t go through the trouble,” he protested.

Nonetheless, she dismissed his concern with a dismissive wave of her hand.

As they were conversing, Lydia’s voice suddenly rang out, “It’s getting late.

Hannah, we should head home.

You’ll need to take Grace to school in the morning, and we’ll meet in Wealth Plaza afterwards.

We’re going shopping!”

At the utterance of the words “go shopping”, Hannah’s brows furrowed, and she turned around to confront Lydia.

“Can’t you give me one day off?” she asked, frustration seeping into her tone.

“The second I come back, you’re ordering me to go shopping with you!