Chapter 306 An Unexpected Visitor (2/2)

Jonny feigned embarrassment, making a show of scratching the back of his head. ”I don't think it would be a good idea. After all, Amelia is a married woman. If I stay here, it might cause unfounded rumors,” he said.

At Jonny's words, Amelia's face darkened with anger. ”Mr. Jonny, mother asked you to stay in consideration for you. It's completely your decision whether you stay or leave, but I would appreciate it if you don't say anything that could easily be misinterpreted. Otherwise, I would think that you're insinuating things on purpose,” she warned sternly.

Jonny's feigned awkwardness quickly turned to genuine embarrassment. Amelia's words seemed to have struck a nerve, and he fell silent.

Fannie, who had since been observing the two, decided that now would be a good time to clear the air. She stood up and announced with a smile, ”Well, I'll cook dinner! You two continue with your chat.”

Amelia immediately protested, ”Mom, I came here to cook for you. If you do it yourself then I'll be going back.”

At this, Fannie had no choice but to relent. ”Alright then. I'll stay here with Jonny and you go and cook. Ah, but remember to cook one more portion,” she said as she sat back down.

”Don't worry. Lucian will come later. When he comes, dinner will be ready.” With that, Amelia turned around and went to the kitchen.

Jonny's eyes followed Amelia as she went to cook, none the wiser about Fannie's watchful gaze on him.

”Jonny, you and Lucian are the same age. Isn't it about time for you to settle down?” Fannie reminded him kindly.

Her question seemed to have put Jonny in thought. He paused for a moment before answering, ”For so many years, I haven't met a person I really like, so I'm just going with the flow for now.”