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.

could you act so recklessly? You must provide me with a thorough explanation of what transpired!”

her temples as she sensed

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composed, his voice resonating with depth. “I’ll arrange for her to meet you on another

occasion.”

to reach his mother’s attention, but he harboured no

much you’re fond of her,

upon hearing his assurance that

it indicated his sincerity, unlike those frivolous playboys

emotions.

to her, Nathael remarked in his deep voice, opting not

has always wished for you to marry into the Brays. I fear this issue will surface soon, and if your grandpa learns of

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

any connection to the adopted

her purchase Luster Corporation’s jewels the last time,

was awry.

had always been reassuring since he was young, so after some consideration, she refrained

after, Beth would inform her that the girl was expecting

breathless, on the verge of fainting

remarked, “Aren’t you thrilled about becoming a grandma?”

moment, unable to find her voice, before finally saying, “No, this afternoon brought her to see me. Or better yet, I’ll

hesitant to emerge, and uttered in a low

Clara became even more restless. “Why is it inconvenient? Is she already showing signs of pregnancy? So soon?”

Nathael remained silent.

somewhere near your place. I

for Nathael to respond, Clara promptly ended the call. She immediately arranged for a full–body treatment appointment and had a plethora of seasonal new

daughter–in–law for the first time, she couldn’t afford to

all around, she pondered whether to send a gift and dialled

once more.

Maggie’s preferences? I’m preparing a gift to bring along,” she asked, feeling somewhat nervous for reasons

likes me,” Nathael replied

taken aback and exclaimed, “Huh!”

Clara icyly and mercilessly

Nathael was speechless.

and sat on the edge of

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

Maggie was startled.

suggested, lifting her effortlessly around the waist and carrying her

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

might have felt anxious but likely

uncertain about my remaining time, so how could I commit to meeting his