The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 1626

Lea snorted dismissively. “I don’t care for the business. I want to be independent in the future. Earn more, spend more. Earn less, spend less.”

Sophia shot Lea a look of veiled sarcasm. “You’ve got some backbone, sis. You should really hone your painting skills and follow through with your dreams. If you ever run into trouble, like not being able to sell your paintings, you know where to find me. I’ll definitely help you out.”

Lea glared at Sophia. She may be young, but she wasn’t stupid. Sophia’s insinuations were clearly derisive, implying that if she couldn’t afford to eat while being an artist, she could come home and beg her for food.

Pfft! She’d rather starve than ask her for help!

At that moment, the waiter came over and brought several ‘appetizing starters.

Thaddeus cleared his throat, trying to dissipate the tension in the air. “Alright, let’s eat.”

Not wanting to argue with Sophia and make her mom uncomfortable, Lea picked up her fork and started eating.

as if

she be here

need to

request

hadn’t started eating yet, heard his son

aid Adrian instead. “Marcus, let me take Tristan to the

a bit apprehensive. In his eyes, Lea was only ten

his concern, Lea added, “I just need to wash my hands, so I’ll be waiting right outside the

the restroom is right there. You can see it from here. Plus, the restaurant isn’t crowded

confirmed the restroom’s location. It was indeed visible right from their table. After some thought, he nodded in agreement. “Alright, I’m counting on you, Lea. Please keep an eye on him;

thumped her chest. “You’ve got it, Marcus.”

Lea led ‘Tristan’ towards the