Chapter 126

Serena walked right up to Hugh and stopped when she was directly in front of him. She softly called his name a couple of times but received no response. Although he stood rigidly with his back straight, his gaze fixed on her, it seemed like he didn't hear her at all. "Mr. Larson?" She waved her hand in front of him, and only then did Hugh slowly snap out of his daze. Realizing he had been staring at her for too long, he quickly averted his gaze, clearing his throat with an awkward cough. "I'm just a bit tired after finishing up work." It wasn't because Serena's outfit looked particularly stunning today. Serena, completely believing his excuse, didn't think much of it. She simply rubbed the back of her neck, uncomfortable with how her hair was styled. She wasn't used to having her hair styled so tightly up without a formal gown. But Ruth had said this style highlighted her features and made her look even better. Serena couldn't tell the difference but felt a slight chill on