Chapter 170

"The little cat you've drawn is so adorable. Could you draw one for me too?"

Nathaniel felt a sudden rush of nerves and blurted out the request before he could stop himself. Regret washed over him instantly.

His mouth had a mind of its own.

Sure enough, Mila gave him a blank look and politely declined, "That's something kids like. It's not really my thing."

Nathaniel was left speechless.

Thankfully, he wasn't one to get embarrassed easily. He chuckled, turning away to set the table with the food and utensils he had bought.

"Let's eat," he said cheerfully.

Mila hesitated for a moment but eventually murmured, "Thank you."

Nathaniel quickly replied, "It's the least I could do."

little nephew these past days. Although he'd tried to repay her kindness with gifts and meals, Mila

they were actually sitting down

a bit awkward. Nathaniel tried to start a conversation several times, but Mila was engrossed in talking to Julian, serving him food and

and Julian, he couldn't help but feel like an outsider.

A pang of jealousy struck him-his own nephew was more attentive to

picked up a piece of fish and

"This fish has bones, it's not safe to eat it like that." She

on the fish, his mouth glossy with oil, "Thanks, Mom." Nathaniel was left speechless. Clearly, he'd been too rough around the edges. After

was eager to head to

candle, adorned with a cat drawing,

casually opening the bag. But once he saw the candle, his eyes lit

What a beautiful cat.

sparkled, his voice filled with a hint of pride, "My mom drew it. Do you

it in front of his little follower. He quickly stuffed the candle back into the bag, tucking it into his desk with a stern face. "It's alright," he

shone even brighter. "Does this

just turned his head with a soft huff, refraining from rejecting

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