Bianca outwardly complied, but a hint of discontent lingered in her eyes. Throughout the meal, her gaze kept drifting toward Chris. When Fleur spoke, Bianca would actively join in, steering the conversation toward their shared childhood memories.

In their youth, she frequented Fleur’s home, adoring the swing in her backyard and sharing a bed with Chris.

Lena listened quietly, her calm facade masking the fact the delicious food lacked flavor to her.

“Oh, Chris…” Bianca gazed at him innocently. “Could you take me to the mountains? I’m seeking inspiration for a photo series featuring the mountains.”

Chris’ eyes darkened, and he remained silent, subtly holding Lena’s hand under the table.

Bianca pouted. “Why aren’t you responding?”

“Aren’t you hungry?” Fleur tapped the table gently. “Let’s eat.”

“Aunt Fleur, I—”

“I don’t think you should join them,” Fleur gracefully adjusted her hair. “They have important matters to attend to. What would you gain by tagging along?”

“Chris and I used to travel all

kids,” Fleur emphasized. “But you’ve grown up. Your mind shouldn’t

settled over the dining

Zuko exchanged a relieved glance. With such a supportive mother-in-law, what could

She hadn’t expected Fleur to take her side at a

Fleur widened

remember Aunt

butler nodded

lip. Despite her frustration, she refrained

the topic. “Aunt

on your own meal!” Fleur snapped, placing her cutlery firmly on the

Bianca flinched.

only as

couldn’t believe Fleur, who had always been affectionate toward her, would now include Lena

Lina instructed the butler to

conversation with Fleur, and the atmosphere gradually returned

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