Maybe it was because she had never truly seen Alexander angry. All this time, Evelyn thought he had a gentle temper. She had been joking around with him. But after last night, she felt a flicker of fear toward him.
Even though he hadn't shown any rage. That feeling alone was enough to make her nervous.
So this was what it meant to intimidate without a word. Well, she had made him angry.
If she hadn't mentioned Grace O'Sullivan, maybe he wouldn't have been so upset. Perhaps he thought she was doubting him. That must have made him uncomfortable.
But she didn't mean it that way. Sometimes people were just contradictory. When things were comfortable, they started to pity the weak.
Maybe Grace wasn't weak. She just wasn't meant to be with Alexander. But at that moment, Evelyn couldn't help feeling sorry for her.
Though, in truth, she couldn't help Grace at all. After all, she couldn't give her husband away. Even if she had such ridiculous generosity, Alexander wasn't someone she could just hand over.
So in the end, it was just her own wishful thinking. There was a saying: "full of oneself." That probably described her now.
Evelyn couldn't help sighing at the thought. Lily Thompson, who was cleaning, looked up and asked. "Madam, is something wrong?"
"Nothing. Just feeling a bit bored," Evelyn said with a smile. "Then shall I accompany you to the garden?" Lily asked. "You're busy. I'll just walk to the door." "Madam, let me come with you," Lily said, quickly finishing her work and washing her hands.
Evelyn couldn't refuse Lily. She didn't say anything more and walked out of Sterling Manor. The weather wasn't particularly good today. It was gloomy, like it might rain. But at least it wasn't too hot.
"Lily, have you taken care of your family matters?" "My family matters?" Lily looked at her with confusion. "A few days ago, didn't you ask for leave because of something at home?" Evelyn prompted. "Oh, it was just a small thing. It's already been handled. Thank you for your concern!" Lily replied quickly.
The fourth young master had told her. She almost forgot. She nearly slipped up just now.
"If you ever have anything in the future, just tell me. It's fine," Evelyn said. "Okay, thank you, madam!" Evelyn nodded and said nothing more, walking forward.
"Madam, do you think staying home all day is boring since you're not working?" Lily chatted with her. "Maybe. I've been working all the time before. Although I was a bit tired, my schedule was full. I felt time passed quickly. Now I'm home all day and don't know how to pass the time. It's really dull," Evelyn replied.
"Madam, if you feel bored and don't know what to do, you could learn to make some handicrafts. Like paper cutting, embroidery, knitting scarves, or even DIY jewelry," Lily suggested. Evelyn's eyes lit up immediately. She turned to look at Lily and said excitedly. "Why didn't I think of that! Yes, I can find something to do to pass the time!"
"Madam, which one would you like to learn? I'll buy the materials!" "You said I should learn to knit a scarf first. Do you think I can do it well?" Evelyn asked hesitantly. "Of course, madam. As long as you're willing to learn, you'll definitely be able to knit it!" "Then I'll learn to knit a scarf first. If it's not good, I can take it apart and knit it again. If it's good, I can knit one for everyone," Evelyn said eagerly.
"You can also knit socks for the baby. It's really practical!" Lily echoed. "It's decided then. Buy some knitting needles and wool for me! Forget it, I'll buy them with you! I can also choose what I like!" Evelyn thought for a moment and replied.
"I know there's a wool shop near here. We can ask the boss to teach you how to knit. But should you ask the fourth young master about this?" Lily hesitated and asked. "Why do I need to ask Alexander?" Evelyn asked. "At that time, if the fourth young master thinks you're working too hard and won't let you do these things, it'll be a waste," Lily answered seriously.
"How could that be? How can knitting a scarf be tiring?" Evelyn couldn't help laughing. "Knitting isn't tiring, but knitting well can be troublesome. I'm worried the fourth young master will think it's too much and won't let you tire yourself. Maybe you should call him first and ask, how about that?" Lily suggested.
Evelyn looked at Lily and finally nodded. "You win. I'll call first." So she went back to Sterling Manor to call Alexander.
"Alexander, I want to learn to knit a scarf. Is that okay?" Evelyn asked directly after the call connected. "Knit a scarf?" Alexander asked. "Yes, by hand. I'll start with a scarf. When I learn it well, I can knit socks and sweaters," Evelyn replied proudly. "Why do you suddenly want to learn this?" "I'm bored at home. Since I have nothing to do, I might as well learn something!" "Just be happy. Don't tire yourself out." "Thank you, husband!" Evelyn said excitedly.
Alexander was very agreeable today. "Then I won't disturb you. Go to work. I'll go buy the wool." "Just let Lily buy it. Don't run around." "I'm not running around. Lily said there's one near our home. I'll go over with her and take a look. I can learn how to knit from the boss. I'll be back soon." "Take care of yourself." "I will. Thank you, husband. Goodbye!" Evelyn said and hung up, afraid Alexander would change his mind.
After the call, she went downstairs and went out with Lily. Although it was near Sterling Manor, they still had to leave the community. So they drove out.
The front of the wool shop was very small. If you weren't paying attention, you wouldn't know there was a shop there. After passing through an alley-like entrance, the inside was quite spacious. There was wool of various colors and materials.
Lily told the boss they came to buy wool and wanted to learn a few knitting techniques. The boss was a woman in her forties, very enthusiastic. She introduced different materials to them, explaining what kind of wool beginners could buy and which knitting method was more suitable.
Later, she first taught Evelyn a flat knitting method and a crochet method. It wasn't difficult to learn. But to knit well, you still needed certain skills.
Evelyn studied very hard. As if she were taking the entrance exam.