Let’s start all over again,shall we?

Chapter 242 A Dilemma

“Wait, I haven’t brushed my teeth!” Maggie attempted to evade the topic.

Nathael’s reminder gradually stirred the once–confused memories, causing Maggie’s cheeks to flush and heat up from the roots of her ears.

After an extended period, Maggie found herself weakened by his kisses, as if she had received more affection in these few days than throughout her entire previous life.

“Ms. Adam appears to have perpetually questioned my capabilities,” Nathael murmured softly, twirling her cascading hair with his fingers, his voice laced with huskiness.

Maggie’s throat constricted, blinking as she gazed at him, her hands clasping his neck as she whispered, *Do

you want to

Before she could complete her sentence, Nathael’s phone suddenly rang, abruptly cutting off their

conversation.

Nathael glanced at his phone, ended the call, and then directed his gaze down at Maggie, inquiring, “What do you want?”

Maggie’s crimson lips curled, a flicker of mischief dancing in her captivating eyes. “How about some pan- fried buns?” she suggested playfully.

Nathael was speechless.

Just as he was about to reply, Nathael’s phone rang once more, catching Maggie’s attention. Upon a quick glance, she noticed the caller ID displaying ‘Mom

“Perhaps you should pick up the phone, Maggie suggested, nudging him gently to attend to the call.

With no other option, Nathael rose from his seat and made his way to the floor–to–ceiling window to take the call, greeting with a simple, “Hello, Mom.”

Meanwhile, Maggie made her way to the bathroom, her limp evident as she prepared to take a shower.

Upon hearing the sound of movement, Nathael turned around with a disapproving expression, his brows furrowing in concern.

Maggie blew him a playful kiss before flashing a smile, her eyes crinkling at the corners, before vanishing into the bathroom.

A soft chuckle escaped Nathael, his eyes holding a hint of warmth and affection.

“Nathael, do you have a girlfriend? Has she become pregnant?”

Clara’s brows knitted in a frown as she struggled to contain her anger, though her tone inadvertently grew louder.

so recklessly? You must provide me with a thorough explanation of what

was displeased, massaging her temples as she sensed her blood

A Dilemma

with depth. “I’ll arrange for her to meet you on another

occasion.”

to reach his mother’s attention, but

lady? Send me a photo so I can see her. Regardless of how much you’re fond of her, you mustn’t impregnate her. I always believed you were dependable in

expression softened marginally upon hearing his assurance that he would introduce someone to her.

his sincerity, unlike those frivolous playboys who merely toyed with

emotions.

remarked in his deep voice, opting not to send a

for you to marry into the Brays. I fear this issue will surface soon, and if

to have further thoughts to express, yet ultimately, the words remained

spoke again, “Does this have any connection to the adopted daughter

had her purchase Luster Corporation’s jewels the last

was awry.

so after some consideration, she refrained from probing further.

long after, Beth would inform her that

on the verge

a smile, Nathael remarked, “Aren’t you thrilled about

her to see me. Or better

seemingly hesitant to emerge, and uttered in a

became even more restless. “Why is it inconvenient?

Nathael remained silent.

no. We can find it somewhere near your place. I must see her today,” Clara

arranged for a full–body treatment appointment and had a plethora

time, she couldn’t afford to be

whether to

once more.

gift to bring along,” she asked, feeling somewhat nervous for reasons she couldn’t quite

me,” Nathael replied seriously.

momentarily taken aback

following moment, Clara icyly and mercilessly terminated the call.

Nathael was speechless.

of the

calm. “This afternoon, my parents would like to meet you.”

Maggie was startled.

grab breakfast before anything else,” he suggested, lifting her effortlessly around the

of meeting Nathael’s parents, Maggie found

I might have felt anxious but likely wouldn’t

I was uncertain about my remaining time, so how could I commit