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    After exchanging a few more remarks, Ryan made his way back upstairs. Meanwhile, Cedric leaned back to gaze once more at the 25th floor, catching the moment when Dani’s lights dimmed.


    Dani felt no urgency to employ a housekeeper. Over the decade she had spent trying to win Alexander’s heart, she had honed her self-reliance to an art form. Her domestic skills were unmatched, maintaining her home in impable order.


    Alexander, ever particr about his meals, had prompted Dani to seek culinary skills from various esteemed chefs. Eventually, he found her cooking beyond reproach. Though he was sparing with his praise, he would asionally let slip a rare word of appreciation.


    Consequently, Dani saw no immediate need to recruit additional help. She had delegated the task to Lillian but stressed that there was no need to hurry. After all, Joyce’s disruptive antics weren’t going to cease any time soon. Hiring someone too soft-spoken or gentle might only lead them to be overwhelmed by bullying.


    Yet, Dani hadn’t anticipated how quickly things would unfold.


    The next morning, as the sunlight peeked through her curtains, Dani’s first sight was Lillian, standing beside her bed with a wide, infectious smile.


    “I’ve found you a housekeeper!”


    Dani’s eyes flickered open, a fog of sleep clouding her thoughts.


    That fast?


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    It hadn’t even been…


    She cast a quick nce at the clock on her bedside table.


    Not even ten hours had passed.


    With a smirk, Lillian added, “I hopped online early this morning to search for a housekeeper, and guess what? The perfect candidate was waiting to be found. She’s exceptional—skilled in all aspects of housework. She can prepare specialty dishes from around the world. And that’s not all—she’s fluent in fivenguages and has a talent for childcare. Should you decide to have children one day, she’s fully equipped to manage it all!”


    Dani couldn’t help but be impressed; the woman sounded almost too good to be true.


    Beaming with enthusiasm, Lillian continued, “I’ve already invited her over for a trial run—she’s actually waiting for us downstairs.”


    With a mix of curiosity and intrigue, Dani followed Lillian down the staircase.


    “Hello, Ms. Harper. My name is Josie Maynard, but please, call me Josie. I’m here to take care of all your household needs. Should you have any specific requests, feel free to let me know,” Josie Maynard said with a warm, weing smile.


    Dani gazed at Josie—a middle-aged woman, slightly rounded, with a weing, kind demeanor that made her seem instantly familiar.


    “Have we met before?” Dani asked.


    Josie, her hands sped before her, maintained her gentle smile.


    “You can’t be serious! I simply have an ordinary face. What are the chances someone like me would ever cross paths with you?”


    As the words left her lips, Josie’s eyes flickered towards Dani, her smile deepening with a subtle but undeniable reverence.


    Truly, Dani was a sight to behold. A vision, almost ethereal, that could easily captivate anyone’s attention, including Cedric’s.


    “Miss Harper, I’ve prepared some sandwiches for you this morning and squeezed some fresh juice. I had to make do since my arrival was rather rushed, but I n to shopter. Please, tell me your preferences for tomorrow’s meals, and I’ll ensure everything is to your liking.”


    Dani wasn’t usually one for breakfast, her appetite seldom stirring in the early hours, but Josie’s culinary skills were irresistible. The sandwiches looked delicious, and the juice was fresh.


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