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.

my parents passed away, Ethan ensured I never felt

his hair and thought of Tessa. She would be devastated if she

worried about you. If she sees

still look handsome, don't I?" Ethan

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

Tessa's voice rang

her face lit with

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

I both stood up. I quickly walked to her, fearing

her gaze fixed on

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

Her eyes were

trying to lighten the mood.

stop. She trembled as her

was the first time I had

always doted on her, and she rarely

I quietly left the room and headed

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

voice low. "Ethan... his