Chapter 848

"Ash, Ely, come wash your hands and get ready to eat," Bethany called after finishing the meal. She and Mateo started setting the food on the table. "Where's Trystan? Is he in the bedroom?" Mateo asked when he noticed Trystan wasn't in the living room. Bethany shook her head. "Mommy, Mr. Lawson said he had something to handle and left," Elysia answered sweetly. "He said he'd be back later to pick up Ash." "Oh." Bethany glanced at Asher, realizing why his mood had seemed off when she went to call them for dinner. The food was soon set, and the two little ones sat together. Asher kept his head down, barely touching his food. Bethany put some fish on his plate. "Ash, try a bite. This is one of my best dishes." Asher hesitated for a moment before picking up his spoon and taking a small bite, though it was clear he wasn't in the mood to eat. "Ash, your dad had to take care of something, but he'll be back soon," she said softly. "Let's eat a little more, okay? Don't you want to try