Chapter 180. Parent Figure

Chantel Raven

I smile, "That is really not required. Go ahead, enjoy the sun. It is a lovely afternoon." The others seem skeptical, but I reassure them, "Go on, do not worry; I will not ruin the kitchen."

She chuckles and curtsies as they depart one by one. All the girls and guys have perplexed smiles on their faces, yet they still comply.

"Okay," I reassured myself. "Now to start the actual work."

I should probably start by preparing some fresh bread. It is always lovely. Oh, after that, I could start with the chicken. Also, there will be salad and perhaps some rice.

Maybe I should have sought help...

It was a wonderfully timed inquiry, as I heard a voice cry out to me.

"Need some help?"

"Please," I joke before turning around.

A hand reaches out to take some of the components out of my hands.

I freeze when I realize who it is.

"Veronica?"

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