Chapter 311

While Claire was still off in her thoughts, Old Mr. Blackwell had already started talking on his own. "I came to Raventon with Jasper mainly to try your cooking, my dear. Checking on your mother's health was secondary. When we were in Jadewick, it's not that I didn't want to help, I just figured if I dragged things out a bit, maybe you'd cook for me a few more times. Didn't expect you to leave so quickly—gave me quite the wake-up call." Claire blinked in surprise. Seriously? The real reason he didn't help earlier was just so she'd cook for him? She didn't know whether to be annoyed or laugh. So it was all about food this whole time? "Old Mr. Blackwell, if you're willing to help my mom, a few meals are totally worth it. Heck, I'd cook every single meal if that's what it takes." Old Mr. Blackwell let out a hearty laugh. "You say that now, then I might as well move in with you!" Claire chuckled. "Sure, as long as you want, my door's always open." "You greedy geezer, pushing your luck agai