Chapter 42

Emmeline let out a sigh in relief when Zavian finally slid back out from under the car several minutes later with his clothes relatively unscathed despite the grimy nature of his task.

His gaze darted to the spot he knew they were being watched with shrug. The person had dispersed before he slid back from under the car.

“Thankfully, your clothes didn’t get too dirty,” she remarked, unable to hide the approval in her tone.

Zavian didn’t respond. He simply took the litres of fresh radiator fluid from Donald and moved to the front of the car once more.

Emmeline noticed the streaks of grease and grime staining his hands and forearms, but didn’t comment as he unscrewed the cap and began carefully pouring the bright red liquid into the open tank.

“You have to check the water in the car whenever it gets hot. Dou you understand?” he stated in a tone of firm instruction, not even looking up from his task.

Emmeline nodded vigorously, not wanting to admit th