Love the Second Time Around Novel

Chapter 153 Birthday Celebration

In all honesty, I was worried about running into the paparazzi if I brought the ravioli to Nicholas. However, how could I possibly turn down a kind, old lady who was only eager to celebrate her grandson’s birthday?

As such, I eventually acceded to Monica’s request. It’s fine. I’ll just be extra careful when I get there.

After dinner, I had planned on staying to chat with Monica, only to have her insist that I leave early so the ravioli wouldn’t turn cold.

Soon, I bade my goodbye and left for Nicholas’ place.

Along the way, I chanced upon a cake shop, which gave me an idea. Since it’s his birthday, it wouldn’t be right to show up without a cake, would it?

Having made up my mind, I went ahead and bought a chocolate mousse cake, not even knowing if Nicholas would like it or not.

With ravioli and a cake in tow, I realized it would be better to ask Nicholas for his whereabouts lest I made a trip in vain.

“Hey, Nicholas, it’s me. Are you still on set?”

“No, I’m not feeling too well, so I’m staying home today,” Nicholas replied while coughing. “What’s the matter?”

He was coughing so much that I could not help but worry about his condition. “What’s wrong with you? Down with a cold?”

“Yes, but it’s not serious.”

Given how badly he was coughing, there was no way I would have believed him.

“So you’re at home in South Hill? Have you taken medicine?”

Nicholas once again went into a coughing fit before croaking, “I’ve run out of cold medicine at home. I fell asleep in the afternoon and haven’t gone out to buy more.”

Well, that’s not right. I can’t let a patient head out to get his own medicine.

rest. I’ll get your medicine. Anyway, your grandmother has also asked me to bring something to you. Let the security guards know I’ll be popping by soon. I don’t want to be stuck

wait

the call, I popped into the nearest pharmacy and ended up with a few types of medicines since I was

hand, I hailed a cab and made my

how much tighter the security

the villa, I immediately got out and walked

must be Ms. Zanetti,” the security guard greeted politely. “Mr. Scott has already informed me of your visit. Please

took a moment for me to regain composure. “Ahh… T-Thank you so much. Sorry to trouble

is different! Not only are the security guards more professional, but they even

me off at the villa

you know I’ve arrived?” I

gave a little chuckle. “The guard notified me as soon as you stepped out of the cab. That was

They aren’t heavy at all. You’re the patient, for goodness’ sake. I’ve got this!” I

of blankets on the couch. “Have you been sleeping on the couch the whole afternoon? You’re quite

give me a break. I was too tired and ended up here in

daze,” I chided. “Nicholas, you have to take better care of yourself. If

kept it from her? Now you have to help me keep it a secret too. By the way, you said Grandma had something for me. What is

smacked my forehead as I suddenly recalled the food that Monica wanted

your favorite ravioli

gave me a

she has always celebrated your birthday early

Nicholas had to check the date on

about it. In the past, Grandma would

late to remember it. Go on, eat your food before it turns cold. I’ve had it earlier and it was delicious.

and happily tucked into his dinner, scoffing

he did indeed love his grandmother’s ravioli. I also wouldn’t be surprised if that was

“I’ll get the cake ready