Chapter 328

It wasn’t just because Mia hadn’t eaten much that morning. It was also because Maya nearly crashed into her, causing her breakfast to spill onto the ground.

Seeing Mia’s predicament, Timothy turned to Heath, who stood nearby. “Arrange for lunch to be delivered,” he ordered.

Mia quickly interjected, “Wait a moment.”

Beside her, Timothy’s expression hardened. “What’s the issue? Am I not allowed to treat you to a meal?”

Mia discreetly cleared her throat. “No, that’s not what I meant. I just lean toward lighter options, preferably something with soup and maybe a few fruits.”

A tense silence followed her request.

Straightening his collar, Timothy commented, “Mia, it appears you have a talent for making demands. Did I promise to treat you to a meal?”

Without hesitation, Mia shot back, “Given that visitors have arrived to see Grandma Laura, isn’t it

your responsibility as her relative to provide a meal for the guests? Or has generosity taken a

back seat?”

Timothy’s frustration grew at Mia’s response.

Was Mia placing the blame on him?

Shortly after, Heath arrived with a delectable and light lunch, accompanied by a small food trolley

for added convenience.

picked up her utensils and began eating without hesitation.

.

be

consume her meal.

appetite, but watching Mia relish the food, he couldn’t

bit more himself.

Mia, he remarked, “Mia, have

couldn’t help but cough nervously

promptly dismissed him, “That’s absurd. I haven’t gained weight. Which

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eyes playing tricks

double chin now.” Timothy

her chin and realized that it did seem a bit rounder. She immediately retorted,

Mia’s sharp wit, Timothy responded calmly, “Well, you’ve been dining

three

I didn’t gain weight during those three years. The fact that I’ve gained weight in such a short

eyes. “Are you saying I mistreated you?”

or not, deep down, you know the truth!” Mia shot back.

lack of emotional communication over the past three years, I’ve never treated you

been sufficient.”

However, your mom had always implied that I shouldn’t utilize your funds, emphasizing your hard work and cautioning me

to be a

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