Chapter 857

Thaddeus moved with speed, efficiently getting the beef brisket ready. After immersing it in cold water and blanching it, he then cooked it with the tomatoes in the stew pot. The way he cooked showed expertise and ease, as if he had made this dish numerous times.

In the kitchen, he was occupied with various tasks, donning an apron, as Jessamine casually observed him from the countertop.

After preparing the mash potatoes and prepping the greens, Thaddeus was ready for the beef brisket to finish cooking so he could stir-fry the vegetables and serve the meal.

Once he washed his hands, he realized that Jessamine had been watching him attentively.

"Jessie, are you hungry now?"

Jessamine answered honestly,"I am not really hungry, but watching you cook is quite a pleasure."

Thaddeus put his hands on his hips, looked at the apron he had on, and jokingly asked, "Interesting hobby you have there—a fascination with uniforms maybe?"

Jessamine blushed slightly as he listened to his