Chapter 12

Meanwhile… Joxan collapsed into his chair, exhaling sharply. Damn it. So his unreliable dad wasn’t a total fool. Joxan had almost exposed himself. He’d have to be more careful next time. Just then— Knock. Knock. "Jo, dinner’s ready." Joxan nearly jumped out of his skin. Crap. Quickly, he shut down the computer and took a deep breath. "Got it. Right away, Mum." He forced his voice to sound calm and lazy. Enlyan opened the door. Her eyes narrowed when she spotted the video game running on his screen. She sighed. "No video games, Joxan. I told you before, but you never listen." Then she added, "Also, apologize to Auntie Mini later. Do you understand?" Joxan scowled. Apologize? To that old hag? No way! “She came at me first.” Joxan’s voice held a trace of grievance, his beautiful eyes locking onto Enlyan’s with an expression that was almost pitiful. Enlyan knew better. This little brat was faking it. Still… she couldn’t help but soften just a little. Shaking her head, she sighed. "That's b