Chapter 538

The atmosphere in the once-quiet villa completely shifted with Claire and Natalie's arrival. As evening fell, a lively group gathered around the dinner table. Seeing Clark reach for a bowl, Natalie shot him a glance and asked, "Didn't you already eat?" "Can't he have some more?" Claire chimed in, annoyed. "Judy's cooking is delicious, so any guy would want seconds. And don't forget, Natalie, you're still depending on others here." Claire's retort made Natalie raise an eyebrow. "Depending on others? I'm just giving him a chance to impress Judy." "Well, I should thank you on his behalf then." "Doesn't he have a mouth? Why do you need to thank me?" Natalie retorted. Unable to tolerate the bickering any longer, Judy intervened. "Can't you two keep it down while we eat? If you guys continue, no one's eating." Finally, the two fell silent. Clark ate his noodles slowly and gracefully, in stark contrast to Claire and Natalie who were gobbling down their food. They were already on their