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.

Ethan ensured I never felt like

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

Tessa is really worried about you.

still look handsome, don't I?" Ethan joked, running his fingers through his

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

rang

at the door, her face lit with

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

quickly walked to

her gaze fixed on

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

trembling hand reached out. Her eyes were locked on his grayed

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

stop. She trembled as her hand stroked his hair

the first time I had ever seen

she rarely shed tears. But now, her grief

quietly left the room and headed

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

voice low. "Ethan...