Chapter 65. Kitchen Punishment

Alexander's POV

I march inside the kitchen, a deep frown etched on my face.

“Everyone, leave.” As I order, all the maids, including Alice, stop working. They cast glances in my direction before obediently exiting.

“Alice, you’re not part of ‘everyone.’ You’re special to me.” I murmur, my fingers enclosing around hers before she steps out.

In response to my words, she smiles at me over her shoulder.

Clad in her maid uniform, she looks strikingly attractive, but I no longer can see her serving as my maid.

As all the maid leaves, I lock the kitchen for privacy.

“Alexander, what are you doing? I have to—” I approach her and shush her by placing my finger on her lips.

“I ordered you to take a rest, Alice.” I remind her, loosening my tie and fixing my intense gaze on her.

“I followed your instructions, Alexander. I didn’t get out of bed, but I had to head to the kitchen to make dinner for you because you love my cookin