Chapter 84: You Should Be Mine

"Danny? What are you doing here?" Natalie was surprised to see Danny. After all, they had just parted ways at the company that afternoon, and Danny hadn't mentioned coming to the house. Her words subtly shifted the previously harmonious atmosphere. Ava frowned slightly, her gaze carrying a hint of reproach. "What kind of question is that? Danny coming home for dinner is perfectly normal, isn’t it?" She patted Natalie's hand gently, her touch filled with love and a reminder. Realizing she might have spoken out of turn, Natalie quickly explained, "Mom, you misunderstood. I was just curious. Danny said he had something urgent to handle this afternoon, so I thought he'd be busy." She smiled wryly, silently reminding herself to be more careful with her words at home to avoid revealing the subtle feelings between her and Danny to her mother. Ava turned to Danny, her eyes full of apology. "Look at my daughter, she doesn’t know how to talk. Danny, don't take it to heart. If I've delayed