Although everything around him was familiar—the scenery, home furnishings, and even the service staff—Zuko still sat on the sofa with restraint. He kept his back straight and his eyes focused, occupying only 1/3 of the sofa. There was not even a single crease on his suit or tie.

He had even hired three stylists in advance to perfect his image for today. When the handsome Hamerton heir appeared in the Thompsons’ living room, Linda couldn’t stop smiling, while Nicholas’ expression was rather intriguing.

His smile seemed more like a smirk, his gaze alternating between hostile and friendly. It was a complicated expression as if his daughter would be abducted, but the abductor was someone he had watched grow up. The struggle was clear on his face.

Zuko and Nicholas sat in the living room like that for 20 minutes. Neither of them moved nor said a word. Even the service staff didn’t dare to approach.

Lina quietly asked Linda, “What’s wrong with dad?”

“I don’t know.” Linda furrowed her brows. “He had his quirks when he was young, but he wasn’t like this!”

Lina was curious. “How was he when he was young?”

Before Linda could answer, Nicholas suddenly stood up and slammed the table. The precious elm wood table top made a loud noise!

“Let’s eat!”

still as imposing as ever, startling Zuko. Thankfully, Zephyr had educated Zuko since he was young, allowing him to remain calm and composed in such situations.Books Chapters Are Daily Updated Join &

glared at Nicholas and pinched his

“Ouch! What’s that for?”

do you mean ‘what’s that for’?” Linda complained in a low voice, “Why scare Zuko like

be called scaring…” Nicholas mumbled, “I meant to intimidate him while

“Hmm?”

quickly put on a smiling face. “I mean, I’ll have a good drink with my son-in-law

walked behind

from the Thompsons as if it were his home, but it was not easy

prepared a lavish feast to welcome Zuko. The table was filled with delicious dishes, all of which he liked. However, Zuko sat still and did not touch

his plate, probably because she

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