Rebirth Into My Second Chance novel Chapter 229

"If he doesn't show, I'm not eating."

"Darling, you'll starve yourself."

No matter what I said, Helen always brought up the child in me.

"By the way, Mr. Hilton said you might like these books," Helen handed me a stack of books, but I didn't take them. "Oh, isn't today the ribbon cutting at Evergreen Health Center?"

Suddenly, it hit me. Today was the grand opening of Evergreen Health Center, and I was supposed to be its proud owner. However, Max had forbidden me from attending.

He had left early in the morning.

At the opening ceremony, Richard's bound to notice if I'm not there and he'll surely come looking.

A sly smile crossed my face. Max was clever, locking me in my room so publicly was a move designed to catch Richard's attention.

It was a clear sign of our rocky relationship.

"Tell Max I want the best fish fillet soup and sweet and sour pork from Silverlake City," I said, even though I hadn't felt like eating these past few days.

But now, thinking about it, Max had ultimately agreed to my request despite being angry yesterday.

I slumped on the couch, musing over my next move. It was only a matter of time before Richard would make his move on the Hilton family.

Max had the soup delivered, but he didn't show up himself.

Helen was getting anxious on my behalf. "My dear, how can you be so relaxed? Mr. Hilton is seriously upset this time. You need to find a way to make amends."

I leisurely enjoyed my fish fillet soup and took a bite of the pork knuckle.

"Don't worry, someone will save me soon enough."

My words left Helen utterly confused.

He was particularly keen on the idea.

"Ms. Claire, Mr. Hilton is back," Helen informed me, prompting me to return the phone to the worker.

As long as Richard believed Max and I were estranged, things would be easier.

Max glanced at the worker behind me as he approached, his voice deep and cold, "Enjoying your food? Seems like you're getting used to captivity."

"Max, I'd watch my words if I were you, for the sake of your child."

I turned back to him, sticking out my tongue in defiance.

He smirked, understanding my gesture. The fleeting moment of camaraderie quickly turned to sternness. "Well then, enjoy your confinement. No one can save you now."

I stuck my tongue out at him again, knowing he'd miss having me by his side tonight.