Chapter 556

Grace had to slip back home at the end of each visit, making their marriage feel like some sort of secret affair. Oliver's mood had been sour all week, leaving Robert, unlucky enough to catch some of his frustration. Robert and Cora shared whispered theories about the situation. "Mrs. Jefferson must have given Mr. Jefferson the cold shoulder." Yet, with how often she showed up at the office to see him, something didn't quite add up. The whole staff was buzzing with curiosity but kept their questions to themselves. "Grace, when are you going to come clean? My patience is wearing thin," Oliver asked. "I-I don't know yet," she stammered. Each time, she managed to calm Oliver down, buying herself more time. Just another week, Isaac would be on his way, freeing her from this mess. One time, Grace almost gave herself away. She had carelessly left her phone in Oliver's office, so he had decided to deliver it in person. This was the first time he had met Isaac face-to-face. As Grac