I looked down and said nothing.

Neil was probably able to tell that I did not want to answer and hurriedly said, "I'm sorry."

I gave him a shallow smile. "It's alright. It's just very complicated."

"Why don't you stay for dinner? It just so happens that I have groceries in my fridge."

"Oh, I couldn't."

"Didn't you help me clean the house, Miss Lane? There's no need to be courteous," he replied before getting up and heading into the kitchen.

I felt too embarrassed to remain seated in the living room seeing him busy himself in the kitchen. "Let me help you."

Neil did not refuse me and just nodded. "Alright. Please chop up the scallions for me. I'll handle the fish."

"Alright."

I did not cook often, but I still had some experience. Back when I lived in Theo's villa, I would also cook for him.

past. Pursing

cooked frequently. His movements were skillful. Even the

often, Mr. Hendersohn?" I threw him

girl. Too bad nothing came out of that relationship," Neil sounded optimistic when he said this.

of one's youth. Recalling those old memories made one feel

very

sense of sadness on

men care

I haven't accomplished much even after reaching this age so, it's a little unpleasant. Best not

softly. "As if it isn't the same for

on cooking together

all

three dishes and one soup between two

eggs, braised pork, and corn soup. Have a taste, Miss Lane."

"Thank you."

a sip. "It tastes

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