My Wife is a Hacker novel (Nicole)

Chapter 3097

"He didn't come, but he prepared gifts for you," Nicole explained.

"Oh.” Nolan's gaze returned from the window to the box in his hands, his expression hesitant.

Nicole touched his head gently. 'You can choose to open it or not.”

It was clear that Nolan was still somewhat resistant, likely still upset about Lawrence's actions from before.

"Let's open it and see," Jared's voice chimed in.

Nolan looked up at Jared, murmuring, "Dad, I..."

"It's okay. It's a birthday gift he sent you, and I think it's something you'll like, " Jared said softly.

After all, Lawrence knew Nolan and Lana well, so the gifts he chose were surely ones they'd enjoy. Jared could sense Nolan's uncertainty and inner struggle; it's tough for anyone to accept being used by someone they trusted, especially for a child.

emotions for Lawrence were genuine, as was the care Lawrence had shown him, which probably made

gift box, sensing that it held something

noticing Nolan's hesitation, gently urged him, "Go on,

pause, Nolan

at last, his expression a blend

to open

years, Lawrence had always sent them birthday presents they adored, and Lana was sure this time would be no different. However,

for me tomorrow," Lana said softly

Nicole replied with a relieved smile, noticing the maturity in her

unwrapping the rest of their gifts, Nolan and Lana found themselves with quite a

nearby, asked with a smile as they watched Nolan

replied. They could feel the love and consideration behind each gift, tailored

the gifts to your rooms. It's getting

after Nicole

and