Zuko hid his face but couldn't resist Chris's competitive spirit. He reluctantly lowered his hand for a few selfies. After snapping the pictures, neither of them wanted to view them.

As they playfully bantered, Lena swung the door open and inquired, "Who's there?"

Zuko and Chris fell silent instantly.

Lena smiled and welcomed them inside. Zuko's meal ended up being shared by all. Lina, who usually didn't eat much, chatted and laughed heartily. Her morning sickness appeared to have vanished.

Chris leaned in close to Lena. "Lenny, it's lunch break now. Are you planning to stay here the whole time?"

He looked at her meaningfully as he spoke.

Understanding his intention, Lena was about to get up to leave, but Lina grabbed her arm.

"Hold on!" Lina looked at her like a little hungry kitten and smiled shyly. "Lenny... will you come again tomorrow?"

Her smile brightened, and she nodded hard. "Yes, yes, I'll come tomorrow. I'll bring you chicken soup

in frustration. Zuko could only helplessly look

hesitant voice of Lina's secretary, "Ms. Renee, Ms. Lina is resting. Should

my cousin.

"Ms. Renee..."

opened the door and entered the room. Her

somewhat natural. "Lina, aren't you

Lina froze.

to her younger cousin, Lina's emotions were a bit complicated. It was like the sensation of being caught cheating

her uneasy, but she managed a smile and met

find time to

pregnancy, so I brought some sour plums." Renee set the small box on the table. "These can boost your appetite and saliva production. They might help

"Thank you..."

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