The Scorned Heiress's Hidden Empire (by Jade Quinn) novel Chapter 31

Chapter 31

Ethan pushed a plate of exquisite, bite.sized desserts toward Natalie.

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There were macarons shaped like flowers, tiramisu cubes dusted with gold leaf, crystal.clear jellies, and cupcake bites in adorable shapes. Every piece showed care and effort, looking good enough to eat.

“You know how to make desserts?” Natalie sat down at the table and picked up a pink macaron, taking a small bite.

It was crisp on the outside and soft on the inside, with just the right amount of sweetness and a faint rose fragrance. It was really good, with a light texture that lacked the cloying heaviness of ordinary sweets.

Ethan sat across from her, took off his apron, and pushed up his glasses, a gentle smile on his face. “Back when I was studying abroad, I was under a lot of pressure, so I learned to bake as a way to unwind.”

He paused for a moment, looking at Natalie. “Do you like them? If you do, I can make them for you anytime you want.”

Natalie tried a piece of tiramisu next. The slight bitterness of the coffee blended perfectly with the rich creaminess of the cheese, again without being overly sweet.

She nodded, giving an honest compliment. “They’re delicious. You’re really skilled.”

At Natalie’s praise, the warmth in Ethan’s eyes deepened. Even his usually serious features softened noticeably. “I’m glad yo ike them. Tell me whatever you want in the future. I know a bit about many cuisines and desserts.”

Natalie glanced at Ryan, who was curled up on the couch, unusually quiet, staring intently at his phone.

Ethan followed her gaze. “When he’s like this, he’s probably reading a novel.”

‘Ryan reads novels?” Natalie asked.

Ethan answered, “He likes mysteries and thrillers, especially the one named Daybreak.

‘I wasn’t really into novels before, but this one is really well written. It’s got tight logic, an interconnected plot and solid character development. I’m not really a novel person, but I’m still following the updates.”

Ethan picked up his own phone. “From the look on Ryan’s face, Bluebell must have posted new chapters today Natalie enjoy your desserts.”

With that, he went over to the couch and sat down, starting to read the new chapters.

Ryan was completely absorbed in his reading, muttering to himself, “So, he’s the killer I knew that detail carlier was suspicious. Damn. I really didn’t see that twist coming. No way I’m blown away.”

Natalie kept a straight face and continued eating her dessert

Charlotte came over with a plate of cut fruit and sat down next to Natalie “Natalie. I made an appomument for you with a designer tomorrow morning. He’ll come to the house to take your measurements for the welcome party gown

“What style do you like? Do you prefer evening gowns or something else?”

“Anything is fine, Mom. You decide, Natalie said She wasn’t picky about these things

“Alright. Then I’ll arrange it We’ll do one of each Charlotte was full of confidence, already picraping in her mind how her daughter would look in all kinds of beautiful dresses

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