The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance novel Chapter 199

Marvin watched Keen's dejected expression, his smile growing even wider. He started talking to the kids about Stella, as if listing his favorite things.

"Stella doesn't just make amazing food; she also makes these special herbal soups. You guys ever heard of those? I've got a sensitive stomach and I'm always cold, especially in winter. Stella cooks these herbal soups for me every day to help with that. She's incredible, like some kind of superhero. She knows exactly what foods are good for you and what aren't."

As he spoke, Marvin lifted his thermos, his little face glowing with happiness.

"This is Stella's special soup. She says I'm still recovering, so I should avoid too much outside food. Even though the daycare food is tasty, a lot of it isn't good for my recovery, so she made me my own lunch."

The kids were all ears, their eyes following the thermos in Marvin's hand.

"Wow! Stella sounds amazing! Is she like, a superhero or something?"

"I hate the food here at daycare. When I ask my mom to pack me something, she says I'm being a nuisance..."

One kid scrunched up his nose. "I've tried herbal soups before, and they taste awful. I always feel like puking."

Marvin looked even more pleased. "That's because you've had the traditional ones. Stella's are different. She makes them delicious."

With that, Marvin popped the lid off the thermos. A fragrant aroma filled the air.

"Wow, that smells amazing!"

Many of the kids instinctively swallowed, their stomachs rumbling, especially those who had skimped on breakfast.

All eyes were on Marvin's thermos now. The colors, the aroma, everything was mouthwatering.

It was like a feast for the senses.

Marvin, not one to be stingy, grabbed a small spoon and some cups, offering them around.