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.

act so recklessly? You must provide me with a thorough explanation

temples as she sensed her

242 A Dilemma

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

occasion.”

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

Regardless of how much you’re fond of her, you mustn’t impregnate her. I always believed you were

softened marginally upon hearing his assurance that he would introduce someone to her.

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

emotions.

remarked in

“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 grandpa

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

have any connection to the adopted daughter

the last time, she had a

was awry.

been reassuring since he was young, so after some

that not long after, Beth would inform her that the girl was expecting

on the verge

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

this afternoon brought her to see me. Or better yet, I’ll call your dad, book a private

woman leaning against the bathroom door, seemingly hesitant

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

Nathael remained silent.

somewhere near your place. I must

the call. She immediately arranged for a full–body

her daughter–in–law for the first time, she

she pondered whether to send a

once more.

along,” she

likes me,” Nathael replied

taken aback and exclaimed,

moment, Clara icyly and mercilessly

Nathael was speechless.

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

voice soft and calm. “This

Maggie was startled.

her effortlessly around the waist and carrying her into the

sudden news of meeting Nathael’s

might have felt anxious but likely

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