Chapter 116

Steven’s POV

After that night, Summer’s anger towards me had subsided, but she still made it clear that she despised me. She would often confront me face to face, her eyes filled with rage as she spoke. Though her words stung, I couldn’t help but relish in the attention she was giving me, like a child seeking validation.

“Steven, I already asked you to get the water. I’m repeating myself here. Do I need to remind you every day so you get into the habit of doing this?” she yelled, exasperated.

“I apologize, madame,” I taunted. “Rest assured, I’ll remember it next time.”

I stole a quick glance at her, only to be met with a piercing glare and a roll of her eyes. Her sudden shift of focus to Stefani changed her expression to a softer one. I could see her smile as she placed a generous portion of food on Stefani’s plate. The sound of her spoon clanging against the porcelain echoed in the room as I patiently waited for her to serve me as well. However, she s