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.

suddenly recalling the past. Pursing my mouth,

Neil cooked frequently. His movements were skillful. Even the fish, which was not easy

Hendersohn?"

this girl. Too bad nothing came out of that

the pleasant emotions of one's youth. Recalling those old memories

don't look very old,

smiled. There was a sense of sadness on his face when he

men care

my suspicious gaze. He continued, "It just feels like I haven't accomplished much even after reaching this age so, it's a little unpleasant. Best not be

my head and sighed softly. "As

cooking

when all the dishes on the

dishes and one soup between two people was rather

a taste, Miss Lane." Neil served me a

"Thank you."

took a sip.

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