Crises in Love (Zora and Jaylan) novel Chapter 58

As dawn was just breaking, I was finally drifting off to sleep when I was rudely awakened by a burst of angry shouting.

I was certain that it was some hullabaloo from downstairs. I sat up in bed, ready to investigate, but then thought better of it and decided to let the drama unfold on its own.

The noise from downstairs seemed to have been suppressed and wasn't escalating as I had expected.

Reconsidering my impulse, I kicked off my slippers, crawled back into bed, and pulled the covers over me. As if nothing had happened, I closed my eyes, reassuring myself that it was bedtime.

After all, the climax often comes later in the show. If I were to get involved now, it would only result in awkwardness for me.

After a short nap, I woke up at my usual time and leisurely headed downstairs after freshening up.

In the living room, Jaylan was lounging on the couch, engrossed in his phone.

Surprisingly, Clara was in the kitchen, preparing breakfast.

"Where's Zora?" I asked nonchalantly, "Why are you cooking?"

"She's upstairs with Carl!" Clara responded while busily flipping eggs, "Madam, would you prefer milk or coffee?"

I replied, unruffled, "I'd rather get it myself."

I walked into the kitchen and seeing the ingredients on the counter, I couldn't help but feel a tad annoyed. It seemed like a waste of good food.

Pretending not to notice, I poured myself a glass of warm water and sauntered out of the kitchen.

Jaylan looked up at me, unusually gentle, "Why are you up so early?"

"Are you kidding? You're the one who's up early. What time did you get back last night? I didn't hear a thing!" I sat next to him, a questioning look on my face, "Or did you not come back at all?"

"I got back very late last night. You were fast asleep. I didn't dare disturb you!" He lied without batting an eye, "I was supposed to go to Amethyst Acres early in the morning but rescheduled. I didn't end up going."

"Well, you should be more careful next time. It looks like someone hit you." I quipped.

Just then, Zora came downstairs with Carl, put him in his highchair, and returned to the kitchen to get him some milk and a small piece of cake. She did all this without uttering a word, her expression cold.

As she settled down to feed Carl, I casually asked, "Did you oversleep, Zora?"

Zora seemed taken aback. She looked at me, avoiding my gaze, "I think I might be catching a cold so I felt a bit lethargic."

I turned to Jaylan, "Could you drop Carl off today? Zora might have a cold, it would be better if she takes some rest. Clara, could you accompany him? It'll be on your way to work."

Clara was quick to nod in agreement. But before she could respond, Zora retorted, "Madam, there's no need. I can manage."

I looked at the sulking Zora, "It's not about whether you can manage or not, I'm concerned that Carl might catch your cold."

"From now on, I'll take care of it. You don't have to worry, Zora. It's on my way, isn't it, Madam?" Clara turned to Zora, a defiant smile on her face.