Echoes of Unrequited Love

Chapter 193

Feeling a bit embarrassed, I Immediately declined, “No need. Jason’s still in the hospital, so I won’t be having lunch here. I’ll definitely swing by some other time to check out your cooking.”

“Hospitals have caregivers, and I’ve already told the kitchen to pack a meal for Jason to be sent over.” Sibyl was more enthusiastic than I expected, “Just relax and have your meal here.”

Thinking about the situation with Cecilia, I made up an excuse, “Jason likes staying quiet, and he gets awkward with others around; I really don’t feel right leaving him.”

“Oh, I see.” Sibyl glanced at the clock on the wall and suggested, “Ms. March, How about I have the kitchen fire up right now, and you can take

lunch to Jason afterwards?”

With her insisting time and again, it would be kind of rude to refuse further, so I awkwardly agreed.

Just then, a sweet greeting came from the entrance, “Mom, Hogan and I are back!”

there were Hogan

wasn’t in his usual suit and tie, but in

was clear to anyone that they were wearing a his–and–hers outfit.

seemed less stern and more laid–back.

goodies, apparently to pay

her sharp eyes, spotted me immediately with her wide, beautiful almond

especially to visit me. What a coincidence, but weren’t you and Mr. Zade

confessed, “Hogan said he missed

young girl’s voice was tender and coquettish; clearly she was playing the doting girlfriend.

chuckle, “What a coincidence, Ms. March also ordered that dish. Don’t worry, I’ll make sure

a jade piece for you at the jewelry counter; have a

pleasantly surprised look. “There’s

affection as she tenderly looked at Hogan, “Aunt

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