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.

the past. Pursing my mouth, I forcibly yanked that memory

glance, I could tell that Neil cooked frequently. His movements were skillful. Even the fish, which was not easy to

cook often, Mr. Hendersohn?" I threw him

cook back when I was a student to chase after this girl. Too bad nothing came out

emotions of one's youth. Recalling those old memories

don't look very

sense of sadness on his face

men care

feels like I haven't accomplished much even after

and sighed softly. "As

on cooking

took our seats when all

and one soup between two

scrambled eggs, braised pork, and corn soup. Have a taste, Miss Lane." Neil served me a bowl

"Thank you."

bowl, I took a sip. "It

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