Chapter 66

Ruby frowned at the words. Just as she was about to put Nikita in her place, a glimpse of a tall figure rushing through the doorway caught her eye.

Nathaniel's gaze swept over the room before landing on the woman with her back to him. Without hesitation, he strode toward her.

Ruby's expression softened into a smile when she saw her son. "Nat, what brings you here?"

Her remark made Nikita turn, and she was startled to see Nathaniel. What was he doing here? Did he already know?

Standing beside Nikita, Nathaniel's eyes immediately fixed on the check on the table. His expression darkened as he asked, "Mom, why are you giving her money?"

He had just finished work when Harvey told him Ruby had taken Nikita. Panic set in, and without hesitation, he rushed to the restaurant. He feared his mother might do something to Nikita.

But now, the two women sat quietly. The check was still lying on the table. It was hard for Nathaniel not to jump to the worst conclusion.

Ruby exchanged a subtle