Reclaiming the CEO's Heart novel Chapter 142

Chapter 142 A Change of Mind

Avery stared at the large chunk of meat in her bowl, unsure of what to say.

Carl and Randy, who were still growing, praised Lois's cooking skills.

Noticing that she didn't eat, Frank explained, "The ingredients on the island are limited, so you'll have to make do."

Carl bit his lip and, though reluctant, put his portion of meat into Avery's bowl.

"Avy, you look pale and should eat more."

Avery's heart ached even more as she looked at the pile of meat in her bowl.

For someone lacking love, even the slightest kindness could light up her world.

"I'm sorry. I'm not hungry. You guys enjoy your meal."

Avery held onto Ethan and left. In winter, the island seemed even more desolate in the pale moonlight.

Before long, someone sat down beside her. It was the taciturn Frank.

"If you're hungry later, you can't find any food."

"I know, but I'm really not hungry."

The man took out a piece of mousse cake from behind, which had been slightly deformed from the bumpy journey.

"You must be unaccustomed to the food in the mountains. These should suit your taste."

Avery didn't refuse. Instead, she let the sweet and sour taste of the strawberry spread across her tastebuds.

"Are people here always so hospitable to hostages?" she whispered.

"You're a guest rather than a hostage."

Frank propped himself by putting his hands on the ground. Gazing at the moon, he muttered, "I know you look down on us. In the eyes of pampered ladies like you, we're dirty souls. But even so, we still live on, fighting against all odds."