Chapter 879

Lena's father and grandfather poured themselves some wine, but before they could take a sip, they were scolded. "When it's time to talk, you're mute, but when it comes to lifting a wine glass, you're the most enthusiastic."

"Aaron, when you find a wife, don't pick someone like your sister or your mom, or you'll spend your whole life getting nagged," Lena's father teased, earning laughter from everyone at the table.

Although the homecoming had started awkwardly, the evening turned out enjoyable, with a lively and pleasant conclusion.

"Why don't you both stay the night? Don't leave," suggested Mrs. Lane after dinner.

Lena: "No way!"

Aaron: "I've got work!"

Their simultaneous refusals drew the attention of everyone at the table.

her composure, her face impassive as she explained, "I'm currently preparing for a fetal surgery on a pregnant patient. There's a lot of prep work involved. I was supposed to work overtime tonight, but you called me here at the last

tersely, "I'll take

let them go. They're adults with their own responsibilities," Lena's grandfather finally said, granting

left the Ace household, Lena exhaled deeply, relieved. "Now you understand why I don't

back to the hospital?"

replied with a grin. "I just

home either?" Aaron always seemed to

eyes gleaming with mischief. "I want

hands. But an occasional drink was fine. More importantly, she wanted to soak in the

to a bar," Aaron agreed without hesitation. Whatever Lena wanted, he was always willing

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