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.

parents passed away, Ethan ensured I never

and thought of Tessa. She would be devastated if she

Tessa is really worried about you. If she sees you like

I?" Ethan

a laugh. "Yes, you do. You're the best-looking man, no

heard footsteps approaching the study. Moments later, Tessa's voice rang out. "I've come to realize that only Elaine can

the door, her face lit

she saw Ethan, her smile froze. Her eyes widened in disbelief, and seconds later, tears

stood up. I quickly walked to her, fearing she

gaze fixed on Ethan's

over and gently wiped her tears. "What's wrong? Do

Her eyes were locked on his grayed

hair than you now," Ethan joked softly, trying to lighten the mood. "You don't

as her hand stroked

first time I had ever seen her

on her, and she rarely shed tears. But now, her grief

I quietly left the room and headed

soon as I reached the bottom of the stairs. "What happened?

at him, my voice low. "Ethan...