Master of his heart (Brielle and Max)

Chapter 1369

But Brielle, tucked away in the cozy confines of Premier Palace, wasn't paying attention to any of that. Since her return, King had her on strict bed rest, allowing her to get up only for meals downstairs.

So, she had no idea that at this very moment, King was in the kitchen, brow furrowed in concentration, chopping vegetables under the watchful eye of the chef. The chef, seeing King's disastrous attempts, couldn't help but suggest he give up. "Sir, maybe this isn't your thing."

Feeling a twinge of frustration at his culinary ineptitude, especially compared to Dustin's skills, King was determined to keep trying.

"Just show me again. Let's start with something easy."

"Okay, let's try sautéed broccoli. It's simple and doesn't need any fancy knife work. Just prep the broccoli first."

Following the chef's instructions step by step, King managed to cook the broccoli, though it ended up looking far from appetizing.

He quickly went upstairs to call Brielle and Isaac for dinner. "Dinner's ready! I've made something special you both love." Among the spread of dishes, the broccoli stood out awkwardly, but King didn't seem to mind.

Holding her plate, Brielle immediately noticed the broccoli, wondering if it was a culinary disaster. But if it was, why serve it? Her gaze flicked to King, who was watching her expectantly. "What's wrong, Little Canary? Not to your taste?"

a reassuring smile, Brielle was the first to reach for the

had hoped the dish would blend in with the others and not draw attention. Yet, Brielle picked

a word, moving on as if it was just like any

have paid off, and eagerly started serving

eat too. You've barely had a proper meal since

Suddenly, a piece of broccoli landed in his bowl, courtesy of

up so you can grow tall. You won't find

if it radiated

hesitantly took a

watched, expecting Isaac's delighted reaction, similar to how he

Isaac promptly covered his mouth, dashed to the trash can, and

her laughter, watched Isaac gulp down two glasses of water before solemnly returning to the table. "The chef messed up. This should've

pinched Isaac's cheek. "You

she bravely ate another piece of broccoli. "Right, Little Cricket. We can't

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