Daniel Cooper eventually got out of the car, docilely following the woman into the villa.
Nathan Taylor stood by the car, somewhat taken aback, thinking to himself, "Is Mr. Cooper a masochist or something?"
He doesn't even bother glancing at the gentle and respectable Madame - the rightful lady of the family home. When he sees her, he puts on a stone-cold face, devoid of any kindness or pleasure. Yet towards this prickly wild rose, he's all ears and obeys willingly. How odd his tastes are!
Daniel has no idea he has been labelled a 'weirdo' by his subordinate. Battling fits of sharp, stabbing pains in his stomach, he follows the woman into the house.
Without bothering to change his shoes, he goes straight to the sofa and sits down, resting his elbows on his knees. He drops his gaze, concealing the painful patience in his eyes. His voice, slightly gritty, says, "I have other matters, please say your piece."
