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.

someone’s deceit? How could you act so recklessly?

displeased, massaging her temples as she sensed her blood pressure escalating.

242 A Dilemma

voice resonating with depth. “I’ll arrange for her to meet

occasion.”

wasn’t unexpected for news of his relationship with Maggie to reach his mother’s attention, but

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

indicated his sincerity, unlike those frivolous playboys

emotions.

you meet her. You’ll take a liking to her, Nathael remarked in his deep voice, opting not to send a photo of

always wished for you to marry into the Brays. I fear this issue will

further thoughts to express, yet ultimately, the words remained

this have any connection to the

Luster Corporation’s jewels the last time, she had a sense that

was awry.

he was young, so after some consideration, she refrained from probing

that not long after, Beth would inform her that

on the verge of

you thrilled about becoming a

brought her to see me. Or better

leaning against the bathroom door, seemingly hesitant to emerge, and uttered in a low voice,

“Why is it inconvenient? Is she already showing signs of pregnancy?

Nathael remained silent.

your place. I must see her

the call. She immediately arranged for a full–body treatment appointment and had a plethora of seasonal new

the first time, she couldn’t afford

all around, she pondered whether to send a gift and dialled Nathael’s number

once more.

bring along,”

me,” Nathael replied seriously.

momentarily taken aback

and mercilessly

Nathael was speechless.

the bathroom and sat on the edge of the bed, her gaze fixed on him. “Are you finished?”

his voice soft and calm. “This afternoon, my

Maggie was startled.

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

the sudden news of meeting Nathael’s parents, Maggie found

I might have felt anxious

uncertain about my remaining time, so how could