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

Doll 1771

Chapter 1771 Barbecue Meal

Zachary was momentarily taken aback.

Back at Sinclair Manor, Vivian always ordered the chef to cook simple and mild dishes-never anything remotely this spicy.

As she grilled the beef, she said casually, "You might not know this about me, but whether I'm feeling down or in a great mood, I enjoy eating something spicy."

Zachary frowned slightly. "Does it actually help?"

"Of course. I think spicy food helps me relax. If you don't believe me, try it for yourself."

Without waiting for his response, Vivian grilled a piece of meat and placed it on his plate.

Zachary hesitated but didn't want to reject her kindness. He took a bite. The heat exploded on his tongue-numbing, fiery, and intense. His eyes widened as he immediately reached for his water.

"It's too spicy. You should eat less of this; it's not good for your health," Zachary warned.

Vivian gave a small smile, understanding his concern. "I know. I only have it occasionally."

was pregnant, and most home-cooked meals didn't sit well with her. But this barbecue meal was

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nodded and

At first, the spice overwhelmed him, but the more he ate, the more tolerable it

leaned back, patting

much better-relaxed, even. His mood had noticeably

do this," Vivian replied with a beaming

at her, momentarily lost

Vivian shifted uncomfortably. "Why are you looking at me like that?" she

looked away, clearing his throat. "I guess I ate too much and spaced

Vivian didn't dwell on

wiser to cut back on spicy food. However, her doctor had reassured her that, in the early stages, she should eat whatever she could manage without being too

and

deepened into dusk, with stars sprinkled across the night. Beneath their quiet glow, the two

house was

and Zachary's rooms were

everyone? Where have all the

them away," Zachary replied casually as he moved to fetch a