And The Daddy Is… The Infertile Guy?!

Chapter 172

They were eager to savor the feast before them.

Vivien’s gaze had been fixed on Howard and Gwendolyn, watching as they lifted the lids and took their first

bites.

She then lowered her head and slowly began to taste the dish in front of her.

It must be said, the flavors of this seafood chowder surpassed any she’d experienced before. A sly and triumphant smile curled the comers of her mouth.

At the head table, Howard leaned toward Gwendolyn, his voice hushed. “With a dish like this, you start by appreciating the savory broth, then work your way down through the layers, tasting each ingredient.”

Gwendolyn sparkled her eyes with curiosity. She mimicked Howard, sipping the clear broth before biting into a succulent piece of lobster.

“Delicious,” she declared.

Howard twitched his lips upward. “If you like it, have some more.”

He even pushed his portion toward Gwendolyn, but she refused it.

“One serving each, that’s the rule. I can’t be greedy,” she said. Her restraint was admirable.

“Hey now!” Valor, having observed them for a while, couldn’t resist chiming in. “Coming to my family’s banquet and whispering sweet nothings to each other? Sure, we all know you’re smitten, but don’t blind us with your love!”

a round of good–natured laughter from

only one bold enough

a becoming shade of

glanced at Valor, a

clamped his mouth

playfully smacked him. “Don’t mind him, Mr. Chadwick. Valor is spoiled rotten. It’s wonderful that you two are so close. Let’s all toast to Mr.

table stood, raising their glasses to Howard, and even Gwendolyn had to lift

may you have children

within three years!”

grew more

drinks, accepting

strong spirits quickly bringing color to her

when an

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too eager, bumped into her, spilling some of the

sorry!” The server was visibly

I wasn’t standing steady,” Gwendolyn said

Chadwick, I need to visit the

“Alright.”

towards a room on the second floor. “There’s a nameplate on the door. You’ll find everything