Chapter 789

Even though Nadine agreed to have lunch with Brad, she barely acknowledged him throughout the meal. Whenever Brad asked her something, she'd respond in the briefest way possible. And if he didn't speak up, she'd keep to herself, focusing on her food. Not wanting to make eye contact with him, she tilted her head and concentrated on Sean, occasionally serving him food and making sure he had everything he needed. Throughout the meal, Brad felt the urge to ask Nadine for an apology multiple times but couldn't bring himself to do it. With Sean around, there were some things he just couldn't say. The two adults were especially tense, but Sean was blissfully unaware as he enjoyed his meal. Once he was done, he patted his round belly and asked for dessert. "Mommy, can I please have some dessert? The desserts here are so yummy!" Nadine glanced at his round belly and decisively turned him down. "Sean, just take a look at your belly! If you eat any more, you'll get a stomach ache! I'm sure y