Rebirth Into My Second Chance novel Chapter 199

I had just moved into the Hilton family, and Max, respecting my wishes, set me up in a room right next to his master bedroom. It all felt surreal. It felt like I was living a dream I wasn't ready for, standing side by side with him.

The Hilton family’s polite and accommodating staff were busy making my room comfortable, asking me about my preferences to tailor everything to my liking. Meanwhile, Max had retreated to his study.

"Ms. Claire," one of the maids approached me with a smile, "Mr. Hilton mentioned you love lilies, so he had us plant some in the greenhouse a while ago. They'll bloom next month, but for tonight, we've decorated your room with roses."

I offered a small smile in return. Even the lilies got a greenhouse. Yet, I felt like a wanderer, unsure why but sure that Max wasn't my final destination. Besides, I had harbored a sense of distrust toward almost everyone recently.

"Mr. Hilton also mentioned you like drinking milk," she added.

That was a habit from my childhood, a lifetime ago. And my tastes had changed since then.

"Nonsense. Mr. Hilton specifically said not to bring milk to Ms. Claire again. You're so misinformed," another voice interrupted. A woman dressed distinctly from the other staff, wearing glasses and holding a clipboard, approached us.

"Ms. Claire, I apologize. Your preference for milk is outdated information from a few months back. I haven't updated them with this month's briefing. It’s my mistake. Please don't hold it against them. I'm Helen, the steward of the Hilton Mansion," she explained.

With a nod, I agreed. Helen gave out the documents to the employees and detailed my dietary preferences. Embarrassed, I quietly went to the study as Helen briefed them.

As I was about to knock, I noticed the door was ajar.