Chapter 165

Soon, the spicy soup was served with steaming bread and corn. Because Rhea was still a patient and Jeremy was only a child, she had been especially thoughtful, preparing several non-spicy dishes on the side. Light stir-fried vegetables, a mild soup base, and simple side plates were neatly arranged. Sloane also brought out drinks and freshly brewed tea, placing everything in order. Jeremy held a small bowl in both hands, filled it with soup, and immediately began eating with great enthusiasm, his cheeks puffing out as he chewed. “Jeremy didn’t eat earlier?” Seeing the little guy devour his food nonstop, Sloane was genuinely stunned. It looked as if he hadn’t eaten properly all day. Jeremy nodded while chewing, his tone still carrying a trace of grievance. “I didn’t want to eat if Auntie wasn’t there.” Sloane’s heart softened instantly. Rhea sensed that something wasn’t right and narrowed her eyes slightly. “Have you been eating with them recently?” Come back only after dinner? Wasn’t th