Chapter 149 Relief (IV)

Startled, Lily instinctively pulled away and said, “Let’s just make something simple, like noodles. You don’t eat eggs much, so I’ll add some vegetables and shredded meat.” Then she busied herself with cooking, avoiding looking at Julian's expression. Amidst the thunderous roars, the only sound was the sizzling of the wok.

It was like a silent rejection.

Julian stepped back, watching her back intently. His eyes shone like obsidian, strong and bright, but there was a hollow weakness in their depths. Was it still not enough?

They remained silent.

Julian quietly finished a bowl of shredded meat noodles at the dining table, his throat tight, unable to taste the food. Lily sat on the sofa behind him, silently knitting a sweater. She had only recently learned and was not skilled, but she forced herself to focus on it, avoiding looking at the man sitting not far away. Somehow, his presence made even the loud thunder seem less frightening.

After cleaning up post-dinner, it was already ele