More Than A Favor

A Favor 139

Chapter 139

Yes, everyone would age, but to age overnight like this was heartbreaking.

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Ethan eventually finished making the coffee, but the mocha tasted bitter, no matter how much sugar he added.

"Take these coffee beans home," he said, packing the leftovers for me. "They're high in antioxidants. You can brew them yourself."

Ethan's actions reminded me of how he always treated me like a daughter. And now, that kindness only made me feel guiltier.

I didn't have the heart to refuse him. "Okay. I'll ask for more when I finish them," I said lightly, trying to keep the mood casual.

"Hmph. You can ask for whatever you need," Ethan said, his tone softening. "Elaine, you 'are' my daughter. Do you understand that?"

I nodded firmly. "You're my father, too."

During my school years, Ethan had often attended my parent-teacher meetings. Although Tessa

occasionally wanted to go, Ethan would insist, saying that his presence would make the teachers take me more seriously.

away, Ethan ensured I never felt like an orphan in front

earnest. I glanced at his hair and thought of Tessa. She would be devastated if she saw him

you. If

I?" Ethan joked, running his fingers through

a laugh. "Yes, you do.

the study. Moments later, Tessa's voice rang

the door, her face lit with a playful

she saw Ethan, her smile froze. Her eyes widened in

I both stood up. I quickly walked to her, fearing she couldn't handle the

gaze

wiped her tears. "What's

reached out. Her eyes were locked on his grayed

joked softly, trying to lighten the

tears wouldn't stop. She trembled as her hand stroked

I had ever seen her cry so

rarely shed tears. But

this, I quietly left

soon as I reached the bottom of the stairs.

at him, my voice low. "Ethan... his hair turned