When Her "Death" Couldn't Break Him (Cecilia and Nathaniel)

Chapter 1599 Sister In Law

"Cecilia, you and Nathaniel rarely come home. Why not stay a bit longer this time? Mom always talks about missing you," Nicholas said smoothly. He carried himself with an air of ease, as if the past-his secret act of taking Cecilia abroad-had never happened. Cecilia froze for a moment, not knowing how to respond.

Nathaniel spoke up for her. "We're heading back tonight."

He was worried to stay here since Nicholas was around

Taking a bite of his meal, Nicholas asked, "Why the rush to leave? Are you taking the children with you?"

It sounded like casual conversation, but there was an undercurrent of tension beneath his words.

Elena intervened, "Let the children stay with me for now, so Ceci can focus on recuperating."

Nicholas nodded, his expression neutral. "That sounds about right." He lowered his head to continue eating, but his gaze lingered on Cecilia every so often, subtle yet noticeable.

Cecilia, feeling his eyes on her, shifted uncomfortably. She barely touched her food before rising from her -seat. "I'm full. You all continue."

Elena's brows knitted with concern. "Eating so little? Is it because the food doesn't suit your taste, or are you feeling unwell?"

"No, I'm full." After giving a brief explanation, Cecilia stood up, eager to leave the table.

fork soon after, clearly intending to follow

to finish his meal, he placed his fork down and swiftly got up to catch up

the half-eaten dishes on the table and let out a sigh. "Why has everyone

her, mirrored her sigh. "Grandma, let's not trouble ourselves over the adults anymore. If they don't care about their own health, we should just focus on taking

chuckled at his cheeky remark, her eyes crinkling with affection.

dad keeps giving me homework. I barely have time to breathe, let alone live stream." He could only do it

streams

"But, Grandma, didn't you say live

into a kind smile. "True, I did say that. Our family is well-off, so there's no need for you to work so hard to earn money. If you ever need anything,

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shook his head. "Thank you, Grandma, but I feel more at

pride. Even at such a young age,

a

right," she said with a warm smile. "When you and Jon grow up, I'm sure you two will become the best

dining room, a comforting contrast to the brewing storm

the atmosphere was far

by a cold edge, his words laced