My Brother Is Smartest

The servant brought a pot of hot water, and by then, Lucian had finished removing Erin's boots and socks.

The lady servant placed the pot near her feet and said, "I will bring ointment," before leaving quickly. As a servant she was smart enough to know what was going on between the Lord and a Lady.

Lucian began folding her pants up just above her ankle when Erin pulled her feet back. "You don't have to do this. Just leave."

Lucian didn't budge. He held her feet in place and commanded, "Stay put," as he continued rolling her pants up.

Erin gritted her teeth, wishing she could kick him away, but Lucian's domineering presence made her suppress her anger.

When the servant returned with the ointment, Lucian dipped her feet into the hot water. "Any other instructions, my Lord?" the servant asked.

"You can leave," Lucian ordered.