“The alcohol smell isn’t that strong and even thunder can’t wake me when I’m asleep. You don’t have to resort to spending the night in the study,” Serenity said as she took Zachary’s hand that was on her stomach.

“I’ve showered and drank two glasses of water as well as chewed two pieces of gum to get rid of some of the alcohol smell.”

After a pause, he added, “And Austin said that I was reeking of alcohol.”

Serenity grumbled a little about her brother-in-law.

If Austin could hear her, he would swear that he was telling the truth.

The moment Zachary opened his mouth, he could smell the alcohol. It indeed was strong and besides, Zachary himself had said that he was worried the smell would affect Serenity.

“He was waiting for you. Did he manage to catch you?” Serenity asked.

Zachary hummed in confirmation. “He said he wants to go to Satbury. The O’Connors are looking for a private chef and he wants to apply for it.

“Nana has chosen Isabella O’Connor, their eldest daughter, for Au