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.

How could you act so recklessly? You must provide me with

temples as she sensed her blood pressure escalating.

242 A Dilemma

depth. “I’ll arrange for her to

occasion.”

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

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

assurance that he would introduce someone to her.

very least, it indicated his sincerity, unlike those frivolous playboys who merely toyed with

emotions.

meet her. You’ll take a liking to her, Nathael remarked in his deep voice,

responded, “You’re aware that your grandpa has always wished for you to marry into the Brays. I fear this issue will surface soon, and if your

to express, yet ultimately, the

spoke again, “Does this have any connection

purchase Luster Corporation’s jewels the last time,

was awry.

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

did she expect that not long after, Beth would inform

nearly breathless, on

Nathael remarked, “Aren’t you thrilled

her to see

woman leaning against the bathroom door, seemingly hesitant

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

Nathael remained silent.

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

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

for the first time, she couldn’t afford

she pondered whether to send a gift and dialled Nathael’s

once more.

along,” she

me,” Nathael

momentarily taken aback and exclaimed,

following moment, Clara icyly and mercilessly

Nathael was speechless.

and sat on the edge of

to her, his voice soft and calm. “This afternoon, my parents would like to meet

Maggie was startled.

her effortlessly around the

news of meeting Nathael’s parents, Maggie found herself

might have felt

uncertain about my remaining time, so