Ch 269: The call - part 1

"You must be tired after all that happened, father. Why don't you go and rest for now? I can see just how worn your face has become."

Despite Suzie's attempt to sound sympathetic, her words were tinged with a burning jealousy that she struggled to conceal. Her inner turmoil was palpable, and her maid, a quick-witted and observant woman who acted swiftly, intervened to diffuse the tension, relieving the situation.

A gentle hand rested on the omega's shoulder before the maid slowly guided him out of the room and toward his room.

"Master, please come with me. I will help you get to your room. You do look tired enough to fall asleep in the hallway."

The main insisted on helping the omega out, and he sighed in relief.