Chapter 158

The vintage clock in the living room let out a heavy clanging sound. It was already noon, and Gabriella was still in bed. Izaak had their breakfast delivered and he walked to the bedroom door and softly knocked. “Ella! You’ll get a stomachache if you don’t eat.” His tone was warm and gentle. The door opened, and it dispersed a woman whose hair was tied into a bun, her eyes bright and clear. It was obvious she had woken up a long time ago. “Let me prepare lunch,” she amicably said. “What do you want to eat?” Izaak took her hand, flustering Gabriella, and he walked her into the dining hall. “I ordered your favorites. Beef and mushroom pizza, fruit salad, and egg tart.” They sat at the dining table, surprised that a cup of warm milk was already set on her table. She drank from the cup, picked up a slice of pizza, and placed it into her mouth. She took a small bite, and Izaak suppressed his chuckle at her adorable attempt to look elegant while eating. She had always been elegant in his eye