Chapter 416

The word “engagement” struck Richard deeply, and he responded with a resolute “Of course.”

“But I need to save Angela first,” Pearl added, her concern evident as she thought about Angela’s illness. “I’m going to the black market in Ancard. Come with me.”

Richard smiled. “Sure ”

After their conversation, Pearl went to sleep and she felt someone guarding her while gently touching her face. When she woke up, she felt refreshed and walked down the stairs to a delightful smell of food.

“Richard?”

Richard peeked out from the kitchen, spotting her as she descended, still looking a bit sleepy. He greeted her with a warm smile. “I’m cooking. It’ll be ready soon.”

Pearl was taken aback by the sight. Richard, in an apron with flour on his face, holding a pan, looked like… a househusband.

against your will, blink twice,” Pearl teased as she

his cheek

will, and I’m perfectly fine,” Richard replied, his eyes locking onto hers. “I was just worried

food was brought up. “You guessed wrong. Raymond kept forcing me to eat because he wanted to do the surgery sooner. I’ve eaten everything that was possible in the past few days and if I had

going

She couldn’t help but be surprised by the spread of food on the table. “Richard, even I can’t cook this

had a hint of a playful grin on

that he cooked for his ex. “Oh, how did it

the change in her tone and answered straightforwardly, “It was terrible. People might even die from eating it.” He remembered

in frustration. “You’re really nice to your ex!”

asked,

to cook for

shook his head. “No.

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