She is a CEO by George Chapman novel Chapter 706

Chapter 706 An Awkward Christmas Dinner

Unlike in previous years, people's moods at the table seemed to be different this year.

In the past, when there was no outsider around, the Browns were always very lively at Christmas dinner, and Theodore was there, too. The laughter never stopped around him, but this year, before Chris said anything, everyone was silent, not even making eye contact.

The servants had always been very observant. The lively atmosphere dissipated when they noticed the seriousness of the host's table. Everyone sat down with their heads down, and no one dared to move.

The initial bustle contrasted with the silence. Chris sighed helplessly, raised his glass, and stood up to make a toast. After he had finished, the atmosphere was a little less tense. When they saw the host start eating, the servants also started to raise their tableware. Although they did not dare to make a loud noise, they were all whispering. For a moment, the atmosphere was less awkward.

Chris didn't want to spend this important day of the year in such an atmosphere, so he turned his head and looked at his wife, Esmae, who was at the root of the problem.

"Esmae" Chris whispered, "Don't make it so hard. It's Christmas dinner tonight."

Chris was already familiar with the traditions of his wife's country.

"Is it my fault?" said Esmae coldly, glancing at her husband.

"The children can't let go of your sullen face." Chris said deliberately in a relaxed tone.

"Am I sullen?" Esmae asked.

"If not, then smile and let everyone relax." Chris relieved her.

When Esmae heard this, she realized that she hadn't smiled since she had sat down. Lucia's deliberate avoidance of her gaze made her feel slightly displeased. It also caused a serious expression on her face. As she looked up at the children around her, they indeed looked stiff. Esmae began to reflect on herself.

When Esmae's face looked slack, Chris smiled gently. Knowing she still loved the children, he started to say,

"Why are you all so quiet today? Especially you, Helena. You used to chirp like a sparrow. Why don't you speak now?"

"Dad, when did I become like a sparrow?!" Helena said with a stare.

"No one is more like a sparrow than you!" Esmae retorted, with a faint smile on her face.

Seeing that Esmae was finally ready to smile, Helena and Reynolds couldn't let the opportunity pass them up, so they took it to "bicker" with their parents, especially Helena, who was so funny. The main table was filled with excitement, and Lucia couldn't help smiling.

Helena took the opportunity to touch Lucia's arm, and Lucia understood, reached out with the fork and served Esmae her favorite pork chop, saying softly,

"Auntie, this is your favorite meat."

Esmae looked into Lucia's eyes. They looked at each other. Some of their feelings were natural, and they could not be hidden.

"Okay," said Esmae smiling a little, "I've asked the cook to make you something you like to eat tonight, so eat some more."

"Thank you, Esmae." Lucia smiled sweetly. Her smile melted even the ice.