Chapter 266 Asking Her to Sign a Ten-Year Contract

William's eyes narrowed slightly as he picked up his phone and dialed Ashton. "Is Sophie's assistant still watching over Emelie's mother?" he inquired. Ashton confirmed, "Yes, they're scheduled to continue until tomorrow." "Have the legal department prepare a contract," William instructed. … Emilie asked a maid where breakfast was served, and she was directed to the villa's dining room. She ordered a plate of pancakes and was just about to hand the menu back to the waiter when a casually dressed William took a seat across from her. "Order one for me too," he requested casually. Emelie complied. She noticed his subdued mood, perhaps due to the morning's events. After a moment's thought, she asked, "Why not get a little more sleep, Mr. Middleton? You were up late last night." "Someone kept me from getting any rest," William replied. He poured himself a glass of water. "In that case, what not go back to sleep after eating, or take a nap at noon?" Emelie suggested. William's eyes