The Killer Queen ( Noella Briony ) novel Chapter 213

Jasper knew that no matter what he said, no one would take his side, so his gaze sought an ally in Ulrich, hoping for support.

"Ulrich, you're a doctor, do you think Mr. Pollack is sick?"

Ulrich glanced up. "Looks like Mr. Pollack has a fever, huh? But the wound's been well taken care of. Porridge is good for him."

Was this even his brother? Concerned about Palmer’s diet? But should the focus really be on Palmer’s nutritional needs?

Ulrich placed a bowl of porridge beside Malvina. "Here, have this, it's healthy."

"Thanks, Dr. Schnabel."

Jasper was puzzled.

Sienna looked at Noella and Palmer, feeling a burst of contentment at seeing the kids getting along. However, as she glanced at her sons, a feeling of irritation washed over her.

Sienna eyed her two sons. "You both better bring home a daughter-in-law for me this year, or don't bother coming home at all!"

With Beckett and Stirling absent, all the pressure was on Ulrich and Jasper.

Ulrich raised his hands in surrender. "Mom, Beckett's still single, start with him!"

"It's all the same, none of you are off the hook!"

Jasper stood up abruptly. "I'm full! I’ve got a bunch of divorce cases to look at today, heading to the courthouse now!"

Sienna was puzzled. "Divorce? But aren't you a criminal lawyer? Why are you handling divorce cases now?"

Jasper kept a straight face. "Oh, because a division of assets turned into a criminal case. Gotta run!"

He snatched a piece of toast and a glass of milk from the table and dashed out of the house.

Ulrich massaged his forehead. "Mom, I've been performing surgeries for over twenty hours straight, my head is killing me. I'm gonna catch some sleep!"

Sienna's attention shifted instantly. "My child, you're a doctor and you still don't look after yourself. Go rest."

Elara made it a point to eat her meal quietly, reducing her presence to avoid Sienna’s notice.

Sienna’s gaze landed on Elara. "Elara dear..."

"Mom! I have to be at the lab tomorrow. I won't be home for dinner tonight. Grandpa Lucian invited me over."

Elara's break had been sudden and it was time to get back to the grind. The lab had a pile of work waiting for her, and her data was calling. Lingering at home any longer would only make her the subject of matchmaking, something she wasn’t ready for just yet.

Sienna sighed as she watched her children flee the scene. "These kids, not a single one gives me peace of mind. Just yesterday, I came across a rumor about Stirling, and I was meaning to ask him about it!"

But Stirling was nowhere to be found, busy with shootings and appearances.

Malvina was surprised. "A rumor? With who?"

Sienna gleefully pulled out her phone to show the screenshots to Noella and Malvina.

Noella recognized the familiar smiling face in the photos. "Yasbel? Isn’t she shooting a movie with Stirling?"

"Yeah, she was over at our place a few days ago."

Yasbel had met Sienna during the gemstone auction at the Schnabel estate, so they were somewhat familiar.

Sienna exclaimed, "Noella, you have no idea. Your brother never gets involved in rumors with actresses, this is the first time. And his company hasn’t even denied it! Sweetheart, do you have any info on this actress? I can’t find anything!"

Sienna was obviously excited.

"I feel like my place is too quiet, not like a home at all. Your home is so lively. I really love it."

Noella thought of the Pollack Mansion, a room silent and empty. The house was luxurious and extravagant, but it lacked the warmth of a home.

"I'll set you up in the guest room."

"But I'd rather stay in my fiancée's room."

Noella looked at the man in front of her with a frown. "Palmer, would your grandfather approve of how shameless you're being?"

Palmer's face broke into a sly grin. "My grandad would probably say I'm not shameless enough. If being shameless meant keeping the people I want close, then I don't mind one bit."

She looked at him, feeling both exasperated and amused. Then her thoughts drifted to Sexton, with his suggestive winks and nudges. The old man indeed seemed to wish Palmer would be even bolder.

"I've got to head to the airport to pick someone up today, so you just make yourself at home here."

Palmer caught Noella's hand in his, his eyes glistening with a mix of playfulness and plea. "I want to come with you."

Whoever she was going to meet must be important to her.

"You're not in any shape to be going out."

"It doesn't matter, I want to be with you."

Palmer held on to Noella's hand, pressing a feathery kiss onto the back of it. "If you're not ready to share your life with me, at least don't shut me out."

Noella looked down at him, her lashes casting shadows like raven feathers.

"Palmer, weren't you going to tell me about the first time we met?"