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.

you fallen victim to someone’s deceit? How could you act so recklessly? You must provide me with a thorough explanation of what

massaging her temples as she sensed her blood pressure

242 A Dilemma

composed, his voice resonating with depth. “I’ll arrange

occasion.”

his mother’s attention, but he harboured no inclination

lady? Send me a photo so I can see her. Regardless of how much you’re fond of her, you

softened marginally upon hearing his assurance

indicated his sincerity, unlike those frivolous playboys who

emotions.

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

grandpa has always wished for you to marry into the Brays. I fear this

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

spoke again, “Does this have any connection to the adopted daughter of the Camerons?”

her purchase Luster Corporation’s jewels the last time,

was awry.

was young, so after some consideration, she refrained from

after, Beth would

breathless, on

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

brought her to

bathroom door, seemingly hesitant to emerge, and uttered in a

it inconvenient? Is she

Nathael remained silent.

it somewhere near your place. I

ended the call. She immediately arranged for a full–body treatment appointment

time, she couldn’t afford to be

whether to send a gift and

once more.

bring along,” she asked,

likes me,” Nathael replied seriously.

taken aback and exclaimed, “Huh!”

moment, Clara icyly and mercilessly

Nathael was speechless.

the bathroom and sat on the edge of the bed, her gaze

“This afternoon, my parents would like to meet

Maggie was startled.

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

of meeting Nathael’s parents, Maggie found

life, I might have felt anxious but likely

remaining time, so how could I commit to meeting his parents