Chapter 321

"Have something to eat." Liam came out with a tray and set it down on the dining table, calling to them as he stood nearby. Wendy stood up and gently took Ethan's hand. "Are you hungry? I heard your tummy growling. Once we've eaten, let's go pick up a toothbrush and a towel, okay?" Ethan nodded. The spiky defensiveness he'd shown earlier had faded. As she looked at him now, Wendy felt a flicker of relief. He was starting to feel like her son again. She led him to the table and helped him into a seat, where Liam served them mashed potatoes. "It doesn't taste good," Ethan muttered, wrinkling his nose. "I don't like it. I only eat food made by Mommy and Zelda. Everyone else's food is gross." The food wasn't the issue, and Ethan was clearly aiming that comment at Liam. Liam didn't react. He simply sat down across from them. Wendy's expression darkened. She was about to scold Ethan when Liam subtly shook his head at her. He turned to Ethan and said calmly, "If you love your mom's