Nikola smiled faintly, utterly unconcerned, "Then leave as you please!"
He stood up, and his tall stature was oppressively imposing. Like an elegant jade statue, he boasted pale skin, deep blue eyes, and a gentle visage overflowing with Western charm. Qiao Xia, having witnessed his other side, could not appreciate his allure.
"Master, it's time to depart," the housekeeper, checking his pocket watch, reminded Nikola that it was time to go.
Nikola walked out gracefully, "Take good care of our esteemed guest."
"Yes, my master."
Julie's eyes shimmered with tears. At such a young age, those beautiful eyes shouldn't know tears. A beauty in distress softened Qiao Xia's heart—indeed, she felt she ought not to bear the burden of a person's life.
But if Julie's life were lost because of her departure, she would live with guilt and self-reproach for a lifetime.
It was clearly none of her business, yet she could not be so heartless.
"Rest assured, I won't hurt you," Qiao Xia said.
