CHAPTER 070.

"What were you doing that you didn't rush out when I came in earlier?" She asked.

Iris stuttered, her voice cracking with tension."I…I am sorry Ma, I was busy in the kitchen."

"That's fine, get those boxes upstairs… What of my husband?... I know he is not in, right?"

Iris's voice trembled, he couldn't explain that there was another woman upstairs, her eyes clouded with shock, she stammered.

"Sir.. sir, was out since morning, and he hasn't returned yet."

Mrs. Alex seemed to decode the stuttering, she sat up instantly, her eyes fixed on Iris' face.

"What's the problem with you?... Are you alright?" She asked curiously.

"No.. I mean, Yes Ma, I'm fine." Iris forced a smile, her lips curved a bit, but the words were heavy, they came in a low tone.

"That's fine, when you go… ensure you get me water to drink, is Khanny still working here? … . If yes, please tell him to bring me the box in my room, there's a key in the side of the bag, you can use it to unlock the room." She replied, g