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

.

in her belly seemed to be

consume her meal.

watching Mia relish the food,

bit more himself.

he remarked, “Mia,

off guard, Mia couldn’t help but cough nervously in

him, “That’s absurd. I haven’t

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playing tricks on him?

even have a double chin

Mia touched her chin and realized that it did seem a bit rounder. She immediately retorted, “It’s called baby fat. Besides, it’s not like you’re

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

three

years. The fact that I’ve gained weight in such a short time after moving out–what does

his eyes. “Are you saying

me or not, deep down, you know the

exclaimed, “Despite our lack of emotional communication over the past three years, I’ve never treated you unfairly. Your living

been sufficient.”

regard. However, your mom had always implied that

be a burden.”

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