Chapter 323

As expected, Edmund nearly jumped out of his skin when he saw the way Xavier was dressed like a boy next door. He trailed after Xavier, studying his new appearance from head to toe. When Xavier entered his bedroom, he asked Edmund to follow him. "Close the door. I have something to ask you." Edmund did as he was told and shut the door behind him. He fought hard to suppress his smile as he teased Xavier. "Mr. Stroud, did you go abroad to further your studies this time around?" However, Xavier's expression darkened when he asked, "Does Scarlett know about Penelope sticking to me like a leech?" Edmund was stunned momentarily before he answered, "I'm not sure." Irritation pricked Xavier's heart. Oftentimes, Edmund was the only one to whom he could vent his frustrations. "Penelope drugged my wine with something that sapped my strength for four days straight. She nearly got what she wanted, but thankfully, Caleb was around. "If he didn't carry her into his room and let her have her way