Filed to story: Mia Bowen and Timothy Barrett Novel
That way, Ginger wouldn’t need to meet Timothy at the hospital tomorrow.
Nicholas stole a glimpse of Mia. “Dominic doesn’t know that Timothy’s with you, does he?”
She nodded. “No, but Eva knows. I told her not to tell him. You know his temper. If he finds out that Timothy’s with me, things will be way worse.”
She was aware that Dominic cared for her, but he had a vile temper and impulsive character. She didn’t want to see bloodshed happening because of this.
Nicholas noded. “I know.”
Mia reminded him, “Don’t let your tongue slip later. Please help me keep this a secret.”
He promised, “Sure thing.”
She breathed a sigh of relief.
They arrived at the Lane residence. As soon as she showed up, the maids reported, “Ms. Mia is back.”
She walked into the posh living room, and soon, Eva breezed out of the kitchen. “Mia, you’re back. I made your favorite soup. You should have more later.”
Mia pulled Eva’s hand. “Definitely! It’s been years since I last tasted your cooking.”
Eva grinned. “Nicholas, you’re here too? Come, come. Let’s eat together. It’s been a while since you had a meal here.”
“It is. Been busy with work lately,” he replied politely.
When the dishes were served on the table, Dominic and Nathan returned home.
They were the only ones joining them for dinner. The others either had work or were as busy as Connor, so they couldn’t make it home today. Dominic asked Mia, “How do you feel?”
Feeling slightly guilty, she replied, “Better. Connor said it’s not a serious concussion. No biggie. I should be better after taking a few days’ rest at home.”
He came up to her to check on her. After making sure that she was fine, he was able to have peace of mind. “I’m glad that you’re fine.”
The next second, his tone shifted to a steely one. “Don’t worry, Mia. I will make sure the Bowens are blacklisted in Nord City, I’ll make their life a living hell and make them beg for mercy. This is the price they have to pay for hurting you.”
Noticing the murderous intent in his tone, she smiled. “Thanks, Dominic.”
Nathan chimed in, “How dare those rats lay a finger on our princess. We should teach them a lesson or they’ll take us lightly in the future.” Warmth seeped into her as she realized how protective her brothers were. It was genuinely nice to have loved ones backing her up.
Now that she had found her biological brothers and a loving family, there was nothing more she needed as of now.
The Bowens should’ve foreseen what was waiting for them when they had the nerve to hurt Mia.
After all, the Lane brothers were known to be sister-fools. That was why she said the Bowens were fools.
And who was the idiot in the Barrett family who wanted to collaborate with such fools?
After the meal, Dominic suddenly threw a question at Nicholas. “Is your family not anxious about when you’ll get married? You’ve stayed unmarried for years.”
Nicholas froze momentarily, his eyes darting to Mia. His head went short-circuited as he didn’t know how to answer that question.
Nathan blurted, “I heard that we have a marriage alliance with your family. Is it true?”
“Dominic, everyone’s busy with work nowadays. We leave things like love to fate. That’s old-fashioned of you,” Mia voiced out, trying to smoothen the conversation over for Nicholas.
Dominic was rendered speechless.
Everyone could tell that Nicholas had feelings for her, but she was too dense to catch it.
Otherwise, why did he stay single all these years?
Hearing that, Nicholas felt relieved although he couldn’t help the indescribable emotions churning in him.
He was aware that Mia didn’t feel the same for him. That was why he had been staying by her side to protect her.
Did he confess? No.
Dominic prompted, “Nicholas, come with me.”
Although he didn’t wish for Mia to marry those bastards out there, Nicholas had been staying by her side for four years.
Nicholas was a decent man; he always carried himself properly and was never involved in scandals.
On the other hand, Mia was worried when Nicholas was called out by Dominic alone.
Did Dominic find out about Timothy’s situation and wish to pry something from Nicholas?
Regardless, she had faith in Nicholas’ loyalty. Prior to this, she had asked him a favor and he gave her his word.
He wouldn’t break his promise to her.
As an afterthought, she calmed herself down.
Ginger placed her spoon down. Innocently, she asked, “Mommy, is Uncle Dominic going to introduce someone to Uncle Nicholas?”
Mia wasn’t sure either. “Maybe? I’m not sure.”
“Mia, what do you think of Nicholas?” Eva studied Mia.
“He’s nice, handsome, and comes from a good family. He’s not involved in any scandals either. I bet he’s the type to treat relationships seriously. He doesn’t fall for someone that easily, so he has high standards. I don’t think any average woman will be able to catch his eyes.”
At this point, Eva had the answer to her question now.
Judging from Mia’s reaction, Eva could tell that Mia didn’t have special feelings for Nicholas.
Mia continued, “There’s one more thing, Nicholas is very busy with his work. Other than performing surgeries, he has to handle his research. He’s a typical workaholic. His partner must understand his situation and put up with his work ethic.
“Otherwise, who would date someone you could only see once every ten days? If you want to introduce someone to him, you should take this into consideration.”
“She has a point,” Nathan agreed, glancing at Eva.
From the question alone, he noticed that Dominic and Eva wished to match Mia with Nicholas.
However, Nathan also thought that Nicholas was a busy man. If Mia were to be with Nicholas, she’d be alone most of the time.
What use would it be to have such a husband?
Nathan didn’t want his sister to experience this kind of pain and loneliness.
Catching what Nathan was implying, Eva asked Ginger, “Do you like Nicholas?”
“I do!” Ginger nodded seriously.
Eva continued, “Do you think he can be a good father?”
“He is my godfather,” Ginger replied innocently.
Only then did Mia comprehend the situation. Eva was attempting to match her with Nicholas!
Ginger put her spoon down and scurried out of the dining room, leaving the trio behind.
“Eva, why did you ask that?” Mia wanted to confirm with Eva.
“Since you’re asking, I might as well go straight to the point with you. You’ve been single for years and you recovered your memories. “You’re perfectly fine, so you can think about your love life now. We know Nicholas well enough. He has been staying by your side and looking after Sage for four years. Dominic and I think that he’s a good candidate.”
“Wait, wait, wait. Hold it.” Mia quickly poured herself a glass of fruit juice, taking a few sips of it to calm herself down.
This entire time, she had never once thought about her love life, let alone about the man who had been by her side.
Eva questioned, “Mia, do you not like him?”
“Eva, Nicholas and I do get along well, but I only see him as my brother. I don’t have special feelings for him. You’re making this awkward.”
Mia didn’t think of developing the friendship into something else with Nicholas.
“Forget it. I just wanted to ask. No plans on forcing you on it,” Eva said. “Eva, I know that you and Dominic are looking after me, but I don’t have further plans for my love life. Sage hasn’t fully recovered yet and I don’t feel lonely at home. I’m happy with how things are right now, and this is enough,” Mia emphasized.
Mia was happy with her life right now. There was nothing else she asked for.
Compared to the shabby life she had when she was an orphan, the life she was living now was something she never would have dreamt to be possible.
Nathan voiced his opinion seriously, “You’re our princess. It doesn’t matter if you don’t have plans for marriage forever. We can look after you for a lifetime.”
Eva nodded. “He’s right. If you don’t want to marry, you have my support. I simply got the wrong idea when you returned with Nicholas. That’s why I asked.”
Then, Nicholas came downstairs from the study room. Mia was waiting for him in the living room.
“What did Dominic talk about? Did he force you to go on a blind date?” “Something like that… ” Nicholas was having mixed feelings at the moment.
Dominic was actually shooting him with questions back there. If Nicholas could pass the test from the Lane family, he could be with Mia. “Don’t take it to heart, Nick. I think he was trying to help your family by talking to you.”
“What about you? Any plans for your love life at the moment?”
That question caught her off-guard. “No. As you know, Sage’s body is weak. I’m not in the state of mind to think about relationship matters.” “Glad to hear that.”