Chapter 22 Help with Foreign Language Hubert lowered his head and sent a message to Ilex , who was positioned close to Azalea , inquiring about her day . He had people positioned near Azalea not to spy on her , but to ensure her safety during emergencies . Hex had not considered the altercation with Ivy significant enough to report . If Hubert had not inquired . it might have gone unmentioned . " Mr. Lennox , the remaining schedule includes the Johans ' dinner . " " Cancel it . Send a gift in my place and apologize to Mr. Johan , explaining I must attend to urgent matters at home . " With his instructions sent , Hubert pocketed his phone and headed for the elevator . Levi muttered under his breath , " Urgent matters ? Did something happen to Mr. Wylie again ? " Today , Ace was driving . " Mr. Hubert , are we heading to Mr. Wylie's ? " " To Ashbourne Villa . " Ace glanced at Hubert's reflection in the rearview mirror , noting his composed demeanor . It was the first time Hubert had expressed a desire to return to Ashbourne Villa since Ms. Yarrow moved there . As a loyal employee , Ace refrained from delving into personal matters , focusing instead on driving smoothly . Yet , curiosity bubbled within him . Just last week , Deuce wagered that Hubert's sudden interest in Ashbourne Villa was solely because of his concern toward Wylie's classmate , which then'led to Ms. Yarrow moving in . Now , barely a week later , Hubert could not resist checking in - how intriguing ! As he passed a dessert shop , Hubert asked the driver to pull over . When he returned , he was holding a rabbit - shaped cake . Azalea , meanwhile , was muttering to herself why her country did not just take over the world back then . Her frustration with foreign languages washed away her bad mood . Despite acing subjects like math , physics , and chemistry , and once excelling in her native tongue , foreign languages were always her weak spot . Her nearly perfect test scores were always marred by her foreign language results . Previously , even with minimal effort , she managed to score 120-130 out of 150 in that subject . However , after two years without practice , she had lost even that modest ability . Passing a foreign language test was now a struggle . O 1/3 Chapter 22 Help with Foreign Language Knock Knock Knock ! " Can I come in ? " Is that Hubert's voice ? Confused about why Hubert would visit so late , Azalea invited him in . The door opened to reveal Hubert in a silver - gray suit , incongruously holding a rabbit cake . Was it for her ? Azalea glanced at the cake in Hubert's hand , assuming he had come to console her after hearing about her day . She was half right . Hubert did come to offer comfort , but not with the cake . " Mr. Lennox , what brings you here ? " Hubert pulled up a chair and sat next to her . " As your landlord , I thought I'd check on my tenant . I'm here not just as a life mentor but , it seems , a foreign language teacher might be more pressing . He nodded towards the books spread out on her desk , his brows arching playfully . After all these years , her struggle with foreign languages had never changed . Ever since he had first seen Azalea wrestle with foreign languages , Hubert knew she had not given up ; she had just adjusted her approach . With a soft smile , Hubert knew Azalea was not as delicate as she seemed . He opened the cake box , set it on the table , and began eating , one spoonful at a time , " My foreign language skills are pretty solid . I studied abroad during college , so feel free to ask for help . " As the sweet flavors mingled on his tongue , his features softened , and he added , " And don't worry , I won't charge you for the tutoring ." Azalea watched Hubert for a few seconds , slightly taken aback . She had not pegged him as the type to indulge in sweets . Wait , wasn't that cake supposed to be for her ? This was unexpected . A flicker of surprise crossed Azalea's face . Hubert , catching her look , explained , " I came here planning to listen to your grievances and cheer myself up with some sweets . Life's hard , and sometimes , a little sugar helps . " And besides , enjoying sweets is perfectly normal . If you ever want some , I know a few good places . " Hubert's approach lightened Azalea's mood , making the atmosphere feel more like two friends hanging out . Without hesitation , she started asking questions about the problems she did not understand , taking full advantage of Hubert's offer to help . ||| O 2/3 Chapter 22 Help with Foreign Language +10 Free Coms Engrossed in her studies , Azalea soon pushed aside the day's frustrations . Those who had upset her were not worth spoiling her evening . Noticing the time , at ten , Hubert said , " Let's call it a night . If you have more questions later , just come by . I should head out ; you've got school tomorrow . Try to get some rest . " 3/3 Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!