Chapter 947

Weston got out of the car first and picked Stella up in his arms. Then, he strode inside. Joan had been told about their return and was already making the appropriate preparations inside. “Madam, Mr. Ford...” Joan greeted them with a smile. When she saw Weston enter with Stella in his arms, she stepped aside. “The villa is ready. I’ve cooked some of Mrs. Ford’s favorite dishes. It’s still warm!” Stella felt a little embarrassed to be carried around in Weston’s arms. “Put me down…” she whispered into his ear. Joan was still around, and it would be inappropriate for him to be carrying her around. It was as though she could not walk herself. Even so, Weston did not put her down. Instead, he ordered Joan, “Go in first and get her stuff ready.” “Yes, Mr. Ford.” Weston still did not put Stella down after Joan left. He stood in the foyer and held her on one knee. He kept one hand on her waist and changed her shoes. “Joan is one of our own. There’s no need to be shy.” Weston was in th