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.

after my parents passed away, Ethan ensured I never felt

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

really worried about you. If she sees you like

look handsome, don't I?" Ethan

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

voice rang

appeared at the door, her face lit with a playful

widened in disbelief, and seconds later, tears

quickly walked to her, fearing she couldn't handle the shock.

me, her gaze fixed on

and gently wiped her tears. "What's

trembling hand reached out. Her eyes were locked

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

as her hand stroked

the first time I had ever seen her cry so

always doted on her, and she rarely shed tears. But now,

quietly left the room

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

my voice low. "Ethan... his hair turned