hapter 471

　　Derek's POV 　　Tabitha's behavior was somewhat peculiar as she slightly lowered her head. 　　I noticed that her ears seemed to have turned red. 　　After all, her recent demeanor suggested a hint of shyness or emotional unrest. 　　She ordered a bunch of dishes, but she just picked at them and didn't really eat much. 　　She had a small appetite and got full quickly. 　　My mom gave a slight frown and told her, "If you can't finish it, just don't. One meal won't bankrupt the Thunder Pack, and even if it did, it's not our problem." 　　Tabitha appeared very surprised. 　　So did I. This was quite different from how I imagined a mom would act. 　　"Sorry, I thought..." Tabitha pursed her lips as if wanting to confess something. 　　My mom continued her unfinished sentence, "You thought I would give you a hard time and you couldn't enjoy this meal, so you ate outside earlier." 　　"Yes, I am very sorry." 　　"No need to apologize. I had intended to give you a hard time anyway." 　　Tabitha looked helpless, and