Chapter 1156

Naomi was stunned. It was very late, a time when most people were already asleep. Even for someone like Scott, who stayed up late, he would typically be working, not drinking at this hour. This left Naomi unsure of what to say. His behavior was completely unexpected. Since she remained silent, he said, "I had dinner with your parents at home last night, and I didn't drink." He spoke as if he were a husband on a business trip, reporting back to his wife waiting at home, with complete transparency. Hearing this, Naomi's heart stirred, and she understood. He was answering the question she had sent him earlier. He knew exactly why she had asked, and it was very clear to him. Naomi's ears instinctively turned red. She looked down. Her fingers unconsciously gripped the blanket and said, "I thought you had been drinking." "No." "Dad didn't bring out any wine." It sounded as if Scott was complaining and Dean had neglected his son-in-law. Taking this opportunity, he seemed to be vent