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.

have you fallen victim to someone’s deceit? How could you act so

her temples as she sensed her

A Dilemma

“I’ll arrange for

occasion.”

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

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

hearing his assurance

it indicated his sincerity, unlike those

emotions.

a liking to her, Nathael remarked in his deep voice, opting not to send a photo of Maggie

into the Brays. I fear this issue will surface soon, and if your grandpa learns of

seemed to have further thoughts to express, yet ultimately, the

this have any connection to

Nathael had her purchase Luster Corporation’s jewels the last time, she had a sense that something

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 a child.

on the verge of fainting

“Aren’t you thrilled about becoming

finally saying, “No, this afternoon brought her to see me. Or better yet, I’ll call your dad, book a

the bathroom door, seemingly hesitant to emerge,

this, Clara became even more restless. “Why is it inconvenient? Is she already showing signs

Nathael remained silent.

can find it somewhere near your place. I must see her today,” Clara

for a full–body treatment appointment and had a plethora of seasonal

daughter–in–law for the first time,

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

once more.

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

me,” Nathael

aback and exclaimed,

following moment, Clara icyly and mercilessly terminated the

Nathael was speechless.

on the edge of the bed, her gaze fixed on him. “Are you

calm. “This afternoon, my parents would

Maggie was startled.

suggested, lifting her effortlessly around the

news of meeting Nathael’s parents, Maggie found herself lost in contemplation.

felt anxious but likely

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