Revenge of the Hideous Lady (Xyla Quest) novel Chapter 2159

The living room was empty, but Josh Batton and Annabeth Cates could hear the sound of chopping of meat coming from the kitchen.

They could also hear Bobby Cates and Peggy Howards laughing.

It felt very warm in the house. Coupled with the vibrant noises, the two of them felt extremely at ease.

They placed everything they bought by the main door before washing their hands in the bathroom.

Then, they entered the kitchen together to find Annabeth's parents chatting as her father chopped meat with two knives while Peggy diced onions.

It was a heart-warming scene.

The pot next to them was already boiling, with steam rising from it to fill the room and making it seem a little smokey.

Peggy immediately smiled when she saw them enter. “Why did you two come in? We’re fine on our own.”

Smiling, Josh walked to stand in between Peggy and Bobby. “What are you cooking? Let me help.”

He reached for one of the knives, intending to start helping, but Bobby leaned slightly sideways to block his way before continuing what he was doing.

“Annabeth, you like meatballs, don't you? I’ll make you some from scratch. The handmade ones taste significantly better than store-bought ones,” her father said.

“Josh, go out and spend time with Annabeth. As our guests, we aren't putting you to work. Aren’t you tired enough at home? You better get some rest while you’re here,” he added.

However, Josh swiftly snatched the knives away from him, gently pushing him aside while swiftly removing his apron and putting it on himself. He then began chopping the meat with the knives the way it was done earlier.

His knife technique seemed precise and cool, too.

He nodded obediently. “Fine. We’ll stay here and let Dad spend time with Annabeth outside.”

Annabeth was glad that her husband could get along fine with her mother.

Smiling softly, she stepped forward and carefully adjusted his apron. “I’ll stay and help out, too. Dad can wait outside.”

“No, you don't. This is no place for a pregnant woman, so hurry up and wait out there,” Josh insisted sternly before turning to address her father.

“Dad, please take her outside. It's too crowded in here, it's beginning to feel a little cramped.”

Seeing that he was determined to help out in the kitchen, Bobby nodded and then led Annabeth out to the living room, leaving Josh and Peggy the only ones who remained in the kitchen.