Ch. 301..310
Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen chapter 301- Mia did not expect to bump into Timothy here. Sometimes, fate wasn’t exactly kind to her.
Naturally, Felix saw him as well. His eyes lit up once he realized Timothy was engaged to Maya, the daughter of the Lane family.
Tension hung in the air as they met in front of the restaurant.
Mia quickly averted her gaze.
“Mrs. Quilter, let’s head to our private room.” However, Felix stepped forward and approached Timothy.
“Mr. Barrett, what a coincidence! Are you dining at this restaurant as well?” Mia’s heart skipped a beat when she saw him greeting Timothy. When did he become friendly with him?
She glanced up at Timothy, who still looked as charming as ever. Meeting her eyes, he gave her a nonchalant nod and remained silent.
Here Felix was, racking his brain trying to get himself acquainted with Timothy. After all, he was a Barrett, a member of the most prestigious family in their city. If Felix happened to benefit from any resources Timothy gave him, it would only be a matter of time before his career flourishes.
Felix did seem to like a fool when he stood beside Timothy, who contrasted him greatly with his sophistication.
Mia was speechless. This situation was beyond her comprehension, and she was desperate to bury herself to get away from the embarrassment.
The last thing she expected was Janice joining their conversation as well. She went toward Timothy, asking Felix, “Felix, is this your friend? Why don’t we have a meal together since you bumped into each other?” Mia’s expression changed slightly at Janice’s invitation. She figured it’d be impossible for Timothy to join them for a meal, given how much of a clean freak he was. Moreover, he preferred to dine alone.
Perhaps Felix had also realized that Janice was being quite intrusive. He interrupted her in a haste, “Mom, Mr. Barrett must be very busy. He won’t have time to eat with us.” He said exactly what Mia thought. Nonetheless, she had a bad feeling when she met Timothy’s She saw him saying, “Sure.” Mia was flabbergasted. Struggling to grasp the situation, it finally dawned on her that Timothy had accepted Janice’s invitation.
What w was wrong with him? Or has the end of the world loomed nearer?
Felix was equally taken aback. The last thing he’d expect was Timothy agreeing to dine with them.
Feeling absolutely irrational, Mia pondered on the possibility of leaving their company right now.
Janice was waving at her.
“Mia, what are you doing at the entrance? Hurry up and join us!” Mia froze. She really didn’t want to. Janice came over, linking arms with her as she coaxed, “Mia, don’t be shy. We’re all good, aren’t we? It’s fine, really. He’s Felix’s friend, and we’re just having a meal together because we bumped into each other. It’ll be alright.” As a result, Janice dragged Mia along. She was awash in dread.
Felix tried to lift her spirits, exclaiming, “Yeah, Mia, don’t you know Mr. Barrett as well? You don’t need to feel shy.” Janice glanced over at her quickly, asking, “Mia, you knew Mr. Barrett? How is he related to you?” This was a tough question for Mia. She questioned herself again, contemplating whether she should say they were a couple who were about to be divorced.
She glanced up at him, only to hear him reply. “We have an unusual relationship.” Her breath hitched. She took over the conversation hastily as she continued, “Right, it is quite unusual. In fact, we’re relatives.” Janice’s eyes gleamed at her response as she chimed in, “Oh, he’s your relative! So he’s your…?”
Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen chapter 302-After some thought, Mia answered, “Mr. Barrett’s my cousin–a distant cousin of mine!” She felt him gazing suggestively at her, but she didn’t spare him a glance. She had no idea what he was up to.
Felix gladly accepted her explanation. Them being cousins made sense to him, since he was aware that Mia was also related to the Lane family in Nord City. After all, it wasn’t uncommon for the upper crust to be closely related to each other. Thus, it didn’t arouse his suspicion. Instead, he was quite pleased with Mia’s background.
If Mia got together with him in the future, he’d be closely acquainted with both the Lane and Barrett families.
Overwhelmed with excitement, he chattered. “Let’s stop crowding at the entrance. Mr. Barrett, this way please.” Timothy narrowed his eyes before casting Mia a look. Then, he spun around and followed them to the private room.
Mia went along with heavy steps. She had lost her appetite.
After they all took their seats, Felix handed the menu to Timothy quickly, saying. “Mr. Barrett, you can order first.” Timothy took the menu, but he passed it to Mia instead.
“Mia, you go ahead.” His unexpected move almost made Mia choke on her own spit. Looking at the menu before her. she knew he did that on purpose.
Janice, who sat beside her, urged, “Mia, hurry up! Mr. Barrett’s being polite, and you don’t want to be rude.” Mia swallowed and took the menu from Timothy. She wasn’t really paying attention to it, so she merely ordered two dishes.
Just then, Janice grabbed the menu.
“Mia, this isn’t it! Mr. Barrett’s our VIP guest, we should order something more extravagant for him. For example, escargots! You don’t have to worry about the bill. Felix can definitely afford it.
Mia felt extremely awkward. She desperately wanted to escape the situation.
+15 BONOS Janice ordered a lot of food, but most of them were spicy. Mia knew Timothy didn’t particularly enjoy spicy food, so instinctively she said, “Mrs. Quilter, can you order something mild? Mr. Barrett doesn’t really prefer spicy food, light food is more to his liking.” The room fell into silence.
Only then did Mia realize what she had just said. She’d blurted that out because she realized none of the dishes Janice ordered complied with Timothy’s preference.
Both Timothy and Felix looked at her. Her heart stalled before she explained, “Mr. Barrett’s my cousin, of course I know his preferences for food.” Timothy shot her a suggestive glance, playing along. “How considerate of you, Mia. I didn’t know you knew about my food preference that well.” Mia’s smile stiffened as she replied, “How funny, Timothy. Because I always remember my family’s food preference.” That prick. She was well aware that he was being sarcastic.
Without skipping a beat, Janice linked arms with her, commenting. “Mia, I didn’t expect you to be this attentive. That’s great! Felix’s usually busy, and he doesn’t really know his way around relatives. I’ll be relieved if you’re with him in the future.” An uncomfortable silence enveloped the room. Mia could sense Timothy glaring at her.
Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen chapter 303-It was tough for Mia to handle Janice’s overwhelming passion in matchmaking her and Felix.
She wasn’t divorced yet, and she was pregnant with Timothy’s child. It would be impossible for Janice to accept her, given how much she cherished Felix.
Nonetheless, she hadn’t had the chance to break it to Janice yet, especially when Timothy was with them.
Her heart skipped a beat when Janice tried to set her up with Felix in front of Timothy, who was about to become her ex–husband. She let out an awkward laugh.
“Mrs. Quilter, the food’s here. Let’s eat first.” “Mia, why are you shy and embarrassed? It’s not like we don’t know each other. And what a coincidence that your cousin’s here, and he finally met Felix. There’s nothing wrong, is there? Why are you being evasive? Isn’t it just a matter of time before you and Felix meet both your families?” How Mia wished she could turn invisible right now. What on earth was Janice going on about?
She only went out with Felix for a meal to thank him for helping her out. That was it.
Janice made it sound like she’d been dating Felix, and they were about to meet each other’s parents.
Timothy smirked, asking, “Really? Mia, I didn’t know you were dating someone.” Timothy’s words sent a shiver down Mia’s spine, but Janice was quick to answer, “Mr. Barrett, you have no idea. Last time when Mia was abducted, it was Felix who saved her. He was event hospitalized because he was injured by the criminals. Isn’t it obvious that he has feelings for her?” Felix flashed a smile, interrupting, “Mom, let’s eat first. Stop talking about that. I didn’t really help much last time.” “Felix, why are you so humble? You’re literally her savior! It’s only right for her to return the favor by marrying you.” Mia was was dumbfounded. What the hell was she talking about now?
“Saved her life?” Timothy’s deep voice resonated across the table. Meeting his scrutinizing gaze, Mia suddenly found herself at a loss for words. An awkward smile spread across her face.
He pressed his lips together before continuing, “Mia, according to my knowledge, I came with at 14 instead?” Mia tried hard to resist her urge to dart out the door. How was she going to defend herself now?
As expected, Janice gasped, “A helicopter? This This sounds like what happens in movies.” Mia forced a smile, replying.“A helicopter’s more efficient.” “It must be expensive then. A single ride will cost an arm and a leg, I bet.” Timothy answered nonchalantly. “Paying 10,000 dollars for a single ride is alright.” “10,000 dollars!” Janice squealed, her voice going up an octave.
The look in her eyes changed slightly when she set eyes on Timothy again. She didn’t expect him to be this wealthy.
Meanwhile, Felix was unfazed. After all, he knew Timothy was the CEO of Barrett Group, and hel didn’t seem to be bothered by the fare of a single helicopter ride at all.
Nonetheless, he was surprised that Timothy went to save Mia personally. She’d never brought this up in front of him. Could it be that she still didn’t completely trust him?
Felix was determined to coax her into trusting him completely.
Since Timothy was willing to rescue Mia, it seemed like she was on good terms with her Barrett relatives. If Felix really managed to marry Mia, his status would be elevated.
Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen chapter 304-Immediately, Felix chided, “Mia, why didn’t you tell me Mr. Barrett saved you? I almost missed the chance to express my gratitude properly. Mr. Barrett, this toast is for you.” Timothy glanced at the glass in Felix’s hand and smiled halfheartedly.
“I don’t drink.” A wave of awkwardness washed over Felix. He quickly replaced his glass with a cup of tea. saying. “Is tea okay for you?” Still, Timothy didn’t accept his invitation. Instead, he looked over at Mia, asking, “Mia, shouldn’t you also offer me a toast?” Mia took a deep breath. What was up with him? It was her strategy to mention they were cousins. so their relationship wouldn’t be exposed.
Wasn’t he the one who came up with this rule after they got married? Why was he acting up now?
Janice nudged her arm, chiming in, “Mia, what are you waiting for? Offer Mr. Barrett a toast! You should at least do that since he saved you. It’s only right when he had spent so much money and effort on your rescue.” A glass of wine was shoved into Mia’s hands. After a brief moment of hesitation, she muttered, ” Mrs. Quilter, I don’t drink either.” “Just one glass is fine. It’s not that heavy as well. If you happen to have too much to drink, Felix can bring you back. Rest assured, he’s a gentleman, and he won’t do anything to you.” Mia grimaced. She didn’t mean it that way.
In the end, she could only force herself to go up to Timothy with her glass. She caught the sarcasm in his eyes when she met his gaze.
Just then, Felix stood up and took the glass from her, saying, “Mia, I’ll drink in your stead. After all, you haven’t fully recovered.” Timothy’s eyes darkened as he stared at the glass in Felix’s hand.
He snapped, “Did she not mean her sincerity?” Felix was stunned, suddenly being put in a difficult situation. Initially, he planned to leave a good impression on Timothy by drinking on Mia’s behalf. He did not expect Timothy to not give in and insisted on Mia drinking instead.
+15 BONOS A stifling awkwardness filled the room.
Timothy remained seated, his arm simply dangling beside him. His sleeves were rolled up, revealing his muscled arms. His handsome features were gilded with light, and he looked as perfect as he always did.
His gaze was fixated on Mia, and she could almost make out her own reflection in his eyes. Quickly, she averted her gaze and grabbed the glass from Felix.
“Timothy, thanks for saving me last time. This toast is for you.” She downed her glass in an instant. Her eyes shut quickly from being overwhelmed by the robust.
aftertaste of the wine. It was until then did she realize it was vodka.
She didn’t like it at all.
Mia coughed, glancing over at Timothy with teary eyes. Her eyes glistened with tears, making her seem particularly pitiable in her current state.
Timothy’s expression grew stiff. It made him feel like he was bullying her.
Mia set down the glass in her hand. Her vision was swimming, and she stumbled slightly as she reached for the tissue.
Just then, two voices called out to her, and both her hands were grasped.
Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen chapter 305-Mia stood where she was, staring at the two men beside her. Felix was holding onto one of her hands, while Timothy held onto another.
She frowned, urging. “Um, can you both let go?” Neither of them did. Timothy narrowed his eyes, glaring at Felix as he snapped, “Why are you grabbing her hand?” Felix released her hand in an instant. Hastily, he poured a glass of warm water for her.
“Mia, drink some water to ease your throat.” “Thanks.” Before she reached for the glass, she glanced down at Timothy’s hand. Her hand was still in his grip.
“Timothy, I can manage on my own now.” She meant for him to let go of her.
Reluctantly, Timothy released her and glared at Felix. At this point, he was really annoyed at him.
Wasn’t Mia close with Connor? Why was she here with Felix to meet his mother?
Meanwhile, Mia felt nauseous after a few sips of warm water. She turned around and dashed toward the washroom.
This was all Janice’s fault. She thought the drink beside her was a mild fruit cocktail. Little did she know it was actually vodka!
She finally felt much better after vomiting all the vodka she drank. Wiping the corners of her lips. she exited the washroom. When a gush of cold breeze hit her, her vision swam, and she was struggling to maintain her balance.
“Watch out.” Someone grabbed her by the arm, stabilizing her.
Mia felt really dizzy. The aftereffect of vodka was way too overwhelming. Her body was limp as she glanced up at Timothy.
“Are you satisfied now?” Why did he force her to drink and apologize?
Timothy dropped his gaze, staring at Mia, who was still quite intoxicated. Her cheeks were flushed, and her eyes seemed vacant.
Well she looked adorable.
He replied nonchalantly. “I was just testing Felix out for your sake. Who knew he was such a coward? He backed away once I insisted on you drinking.” Mia gritted her teeth furiously.
“You asshole! I bet you’re probably eager to get me to drink and thank you!” His gaze loomed over her as he replied, “That isn’t completely wrong either.” “Timothy, I didn’t expect you to be such a huge prick!” Outraged, she shoved him away, only to stumble since her legs had given in. Timothy dragged her into his embrace, his gaze darkening as he scolded, “So what? I was already saving your face by not exposing our relationship in front of them. Isn’t that right, my dear cousin?” The least he’d expected was for her to act this bold, addressing him as her cousin in front of Felix on in fact, he was still her husband.
Mia looked up at him, mumbling. “There’s nothing going on between us, okay? Also, didn’t you say I wasn’t supposed to bring up our relationship in front of others? Are you that forgetful, huh?” Timothy was silenced. He remembered saying that to her.
Looking at her round face, he noticed her dimple. He felt like squeezing it. And he did.
He extended his hand and squeezed her face. It didn’t feel different from what he’d imagined. A smile spread across his face before vanishing in seconds.
‘A jolt of pain shot through Mia’s face. She turned her face sideways, trying to avoid his hand.
“Let me go! I have to go back now.”
Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen chapter 306-“Are you sure?” “Yes.” Upon receiving confirmation, Timothy promptly released Mia’s hand, observing her body swerve diagonally.
Instinctively. Mia clung to Timothy, resolute in maintaining her balance. Falling at this moment was not an option!
“Mia, let go!” Timothy’s exasperation echoed in his tone.
Looking up, Mia realized she was tightly holding onto his tie. Timothy’s face had turned red, and he seemed a bit flustered.
A flicker of amusement sparkled in Mia’s eyes. She pretended to be intoxicated and resisted letting go, saying, “Oh, goodness, I feel so dizzy. I can’t stand straight. I might just tumble if I release you.” Gasping for breath after escaping a chokehold, Timothy reached out, enveloping Mia in a tight embrace.
“Mia, are you trying to kill your husband?” he quipped, having just narrowly avoided being choked.
to death.
Mia found herself in Timothy’s embrace. Her face nestled against his chest.
Only the thin fabric of his shirt separated them, and she could sense the comforting warmth radiating from his body.
The strong, rhythmic thump of his heartbeat echoed in her ears.
Mia stood there, momentarily stunned.
What prompted Timothy to initiate such a tight hug?
Mia struggled to catch her breath, urgently attempting to free herself from Timothy’s grasp. However, his hands remained firmly secured around her waist.
His voice, low and hoarse, commanded, “Don’t move.” As the gravity of his tone sank in, Mia’s breath hitched. This situation couldn’t persist.
Thinking on her feet, Mia feigned drunkenness and protested, “I want to go home! You scoundrel, Despite the discomfort in his neck, Timothy patiently reassured her with a low voice, saying. Hmm, don’t move. I’ll take you back right away.” Initially bracing herself for a heated response, Mia hoped Timothy would release her, allowing her the freedom to head home on her own.
To her surprise, not only did his anger fail to manifest, but his tone also took an unexpectedly gentle turn.
Was this the same Timothy she knew?
Just then, Felix’s voice chimed in. “Mia, are you okay?” Caught off guard by his voice, Mia, who was still pretending to be drunk, faced a dilemma–should she acknowledge Felix or not?
Instinctively, Mia tried to turn her head, but Timothy firmly pulled her back into his embrace.
Mia’s pupils slightly contracted as she stole a glance at Timothy before her. What was he trying to convey?
In a protective stance, Timothy cradled the seemingly intoxicated Mia and addressed Felix, “She’s had a bit too much to drink. I’ll take her home first.” “Is Mia really drunk? I apologize. My mom accidentally mixed up the drinks earlier. She mistook whiskey for apple juice.” Felix had just learned that Mia had been sipping on whiskey, renowned for its high alcohol content and robust aftertaste.
A hint of hostility flickered in Timothy’s eyes. It now made sense why Mia had become so intoxicated with just a cocktail. Even with a lower alcohol tolerance, the impact should not have been this severe.
Enveloping Mia within his embrace, Timothy walked past Felix and advised, “In the future. exercise caution and refrain from casually offering drinks.” Felix appeared somewhat embarrassed, saying, “I apologize, Mr. Barrett. It was an unintentional mistake.
“Му п mom is aging, and her eyesight isn’t great. She struggles to discern the packaging of these alcoholic beverages.” Disregarding Felix, Timothy guided Mia directly to the elevator.
+15 BONOS Mia remained securely held in his arms, immobile and unable to catch even a glimpse of Felix.
Upon hearing Timothy defend her, a peculiar sensation stirred in Mia’s heart.
With the elevator doors closing, Felix retraced his steps and went back to the private dining room.
Janice stood up, inquiring, “Felix, where did they go? Where’s Mia?”
Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen chapter 307-Frowning. Felix replied, “Mr. Barrett left with Mia, who seemed to be intoxicated. Mom, why would you purposely mix up her drinks?” “Felix, look at the bigger picture. If you drink on Mia’s behalf and end up intoxicated, it could create an opportunity for her to take care of you.
“Now, imagine this scenario. Mia happens to consume a bit too much herself, and you, in an act of chivalry, escort her home to safeguard her well–being.
“Wouldn’t that potentially spark some emotions between you two? What if, after a few drinks, it blossoms into a relationship? It’s a win–win situation,” she explained.
Janice saw this as a golden opportunity for Felix, believing he might be a bit too naive about the situation.
After looking at things from Janice’s perspective, Felix sighed, saying, “Mom, I’ve repeatedly told you not to interfere in this.
“Mr. Barrett‘ wasn’t pleased with Mia getting drunk, and I’m sure I left a negative impression on him.” Felix had initially viewed today’s dinner with Timothy as a valuable opportunity to make a positive impression, hoping it could contribute to his future pursuit of Mia.
However, all his aspirations were thwarted by Janice’s meddling.
Sensing the gravity of the situation, Janice spoke urgently, “Felix, what should we do? Perhaps I could have a conversation with Mr. Barrett to clarify the situation.
“I’m willing to take full responsibility and assert that the mistake was mine. Given his wealth and influence, it’s likely he won’t make a fuss with a middle–aged woman like me.” “It’s hard to say. Let’s wait until Mia wakes up tomorrow, and I’ll explain everything to her. Don’t worry, Mia isn’t the type to hold grudges. As long as she’s fine with it, there shouldn’t be any major issues.” “That certainly eases my concerns. I’m confident you’ll succeed in winning Mia over. After all, you possess such outstanding qualities that any woman would find difficult to resist.” Felix smiled confidently, considering himself adept at charming women. He believed it was only a matter of time before he captured Mia’s heart.
“By the way, Felix, could you tell me more about Mr. Barrett? He appears to be quite wealthy.
+15 BONOS “Mom, Mr. Barrett is the proprietor of a publicly traded company, and his family is quite affluent. Why do you ask?” Felix decided to keep Timothy’s identity as the heir of the affluent Barrett family under wraps. He wanted to avoid any additional complications from Janice that might inadvertently derail his plans.
Moreover, given Timothy’s high status and position, it seemed likely that he wouldn’t appreciate his identity being widely publicized.
*Felix, your cousin Nelly has just returned from studying abroad and is currently single. Introducing her to Mr. Barrett could enhance our family’s reputation, don’t you think?” “Mom, let’s talk about this later. Mr. Barrett might not be interested,” Felix replied cautiously.
“But Nelly has studied abroad and has experienced different cultures. How can she not be a suitable match?” Janice insisted.
Felix found himself speechless. After all, Timothy had once been engaged to Maya from the esteemed Lane family in Nord City, and even that engagement had been called off.
It seemed impossible that someone like Nelly could be deemed a suitable match for Timothy!
Felix retrieved his phone and sent a WhatsApp message to Mia: “Mia, I sincerely apologize. My aging mother made a mistake and served you hard liquor instead, causing you to get drunk.” Felix believed it was crucial to explain to Mia beforehand, ensuring that his apology the next day wouldn’t appear insincere.
Simultaneously, Mia’s phone chimed, but she refrained from checking it.
She was currently portraying the role of a drunk woman, and checking her phone wouldn’t align with the act.
However, she grappled with the dilemma of whether to answer if it happened to be a call from her family. If Connor was to find her in this state, she would unquestionably find herself in trouble.
Mia leaned against the backseat of the car, feeling a bit dizzy despite being conscious.
Fortunately, she had successfully purged the whiskey in the restaurant’s restroom earlier. Otherwise, she would be far more intoxicated now.
Slumped in the chair, Mia felt somewhat disoriented, her mind in a disarray as she wondered where Timothy was taking her.
He probably wasn’t aware of her current residence.
Despite this, Mia couldn’t shake off a sense of unease.
Seated beside Mia, Timothy observed her intoxicated condition. He rubbed his temples, appearing unsure about how to handle the situation.
Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen chapter 308-After some time, Rodger inquired, “Sir, where are we headed?” Wearing a somewhat sullen expression, Timothy replied, “Don’t ask me, ask her.” Rodger cast a glance at the dozing Mia in the rearview mirror and replied in a hushed tone, “Sir. Mrs. Barrett is already asleep.” Timothy turned to observe Mia beside him. True enough, her eyes were closed, and she was in a deep slumber. He sighed and whispered,” Let’s head home.” Rodger steered the car in a different direction. After more than half an hour, the vehicle arrived at the entrance of the marital villa. Exiting the car, Timothy bent down to lift the sleeping Mia from her seat. In reality. Mia wasn’t in a deep slumber. Upon hearing the movements, she was on the verge of waking up. However, realizing that Timothy was carrying her in his arms, she shut her eyes again. Mia’s heart raced as she listened to Timothy’s footsteps, yet she had no idea where he might be taking her. Was he perhaps bringing her to a hotel? At that moment, Mia heard Holly’s voice. “Sir, it seems that Mrs. Barrett is drunk. Would you like me to prepare some chicken soup?” *sure.” With that subdued response, Timothy headed directly upstairs. Mia realized that she had been brought back to the marital villa. Should she wake up or continue feigning sleep? As Mia wrestled with her thoughts, she felt herself being gently placed on the bed. Gazing down at Mia, Timothy removed his coat, having sweated a bit while carrying her. He then proceeded straight to the bathroom, where the sound of running water soon echoed. As the water flowed in the bathroom, Mia gradually opened her eyes. She found herself in the familiar bedroom of their marital home, a space she had personally decorated. Her emotions were all over the place. She hadn’t anticipated returning to their marital villa like this before finalizing their divorce. In that instant, Mia’s phone rang. She quickly picked it up and answered in a hushed tone, “Hello, Aunt Patricia.” “Mia, why haven’t you returned? Where are you?” “I’ll be working late at the studio, so I won’t be home until later. You go ahead and get some rest. If anything comes up, I’ll call my brothers to give me a lift. Don’t worry.” Having heard Mia’s assurance, Patricia didn’t delve further and promptly ended the call. As Mia put down her phone, she noticed an apology text from Felix. When she tasted the whiskey earlier, she quickly realized that Janice had poured the wrong drink. Mia couldn’t help but feel a mix of emotions. Unsure of what to say, she decided not to respond. Staring at the ceiling, Mia was caught in a dilemma once again. Should she wake up or continue pretending to be asleep? Just then, Holly knocked on the door and entered, asking. “Mrs. Barrett, are you awake? Having a bowl of warm chicken soup might make you feel better.” Now, there was no need for Mia to contemplate whether to wake up or not. She mustered a smile and responded, “Certainly, thank you.” Leaning against the headboard, Mia savored the chicken soup from the bowl. Holly seemed to know Mia’s preferences quite well. After drinking the soup, Mia felt much better. “Mrs. Barrett, I’ve prepared some snacks for you, including pieces of flatbread. Considering that you may not have eaten much after drinking, feel free to help yourself if you feel hungry later.” Holly suggested. Hearing this, Mia couldn’t help but realize that she was indeed feeling hungry. Despite being at the restaurant, she hadn’t eaten anything. Instead, she had only indulged in a glass of whiskey and ended up getting drunk. Mia accepted the snacks and began eating. Being pregnant, she couldn’t afford to go hungry. Suddenly, the bathroom door swung open, and Timothy emerged in a bathrobe. As Timothy observed Mia on the bed, relishing her meal, a frown crept onto his face. His ongoing
Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen chapter 309-Upon seeing Timothy, Holly promptly exited the bedroom, considerately closing the door behind her.
Catching sight.of Timothy, Mia paused and met his gaze. “Um, I’ll make sure not to spill any food on the bed while eating.” She was well aware of Timothy’s disdain for messiness, particularly when it came to eating in bed -a habit he wouldn’t tolerate.
However, her hunger took precedence, and she couldn’t afford to dwell on it too much at the moment.
When a pregnant woman was hungry, nothing could stand in her way. Besides, the two little ones. within her belly seemed indifferent to any inconveniences and were already expressing their discontent.
Timothy stood beside the bed, his dark hair still slightly damp.
Some of the shorter strands draped across his forehead, softening his expression and imparting an aura of grace and sophistication, reminiscent of a distinguished young gentleman.
His bathrobe hung loosely, unveiling a well–defined chest. Mia couldn’t help but observe a droplet of water sliding down from his chest, vanishing into the depths of his robe.
As Mia glanced at Timothy before her, she found herself inexplicably swallowing her saliva.
Timothy lowered his gaze and spoke in a subdued tone, “It seems like things are progressing quite well between you and Felix. You’ve even had the opportunity to meet each other’s parents.” Caught off guard by his words, Mia momentarily pursed her lips before responding. “It’s not what you think. Last time, Felix got injured because of me, so I invited him to dinner to show my gratitude.
“As for his mother, she just happened to drop by to bring Felix some food, and that’s how we ended up having a meal together.” After all, Mia and Felix were not romantically involved, let alone at the stage of introducing each other to their respective parents.
After hearing her explanation, the shadow in Timothy’s eyes lifted. It seemed like there was more to the situation than he initially believed.
Timothy’s voice deepened as he inquired, “So, do I deserve a meal too? Who was it that rescued Setting aside the snack in her hand, Mia responded, “Well, considering your busy schedule, I assumed you wouldn’t have time for a meal.” “I think it’s best to keep my gratitude private. Nonetheless, I wish you a successful career and a peaceful life,” she expressed, Mia’s words triggered a sense of frustration in Timothy. She had extended the invitation to Felix but seemed hesitant when it came to him. The contrast left him feeling somewhat unappreciated.
Timothy couldn’t shake the feeling that Mia was a trial sent by fate to test him.
Suppressing his displeasure, Timothy suggested, “Have you ever thought about switching companies?
“Remaining in a small studio might not be the best for your career. Plus, Felix doesn’t strike me as a trustworthy person.” To Timothy, both Janice and Felix seemed dubious, with Felix standing out as particularly questionable.
His roving eyes and concealed intentions were transparent. Did he really think that others couldn’t see through his facade?
Timothy could sense that Felix harbored ulterior motives toward Mia. If she were to continue working at his studio, who knew what kind of situations she might encounter in the future?
Mia hesitated for a moment before answering, “Not now.” Expressing his frustration, Timothy asked, “Is Felix so important to you that you can’t bear to leave?” Lowering her gaze, she responded, “Feel free to think whatever you wart.” Unbeknownst to Timothy, Mia would be leaving Bern City and relocating to Nord City in a few months.
Perhaps resigning from the studio would be much easier compared to leaving a position in a large company.
“Mia, if it weren’t for Grandma’s sake, I wouldn’t even bother caring about you.” Furious, Timothy stormed toward the walk–in closet, apprehensive about engaging in further conversation with Mia.
Alone on the bed, Mia silently polished off all the snacks on the plate.
Wiping the corners of her mouth, she lay on the bed, relishing a sense of satisfaction.
The effects of the alcohol still lingered, leaving her slightly dizzy and drowsy. All she desired was to recline and rest for a while.
As Timothy returned, dressed in a new suit, he noticed Mia peacefully asleep on the bed. Her summer dress had ridden up, revealing her slender legs.
Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen chapter 310-Timothy’s gaze lingered on her legs. If he had been unaware of Mia’s recent drinking, he might have assumed she was intentionally trying to seduce him.
Ever since he proposed their divorce, Mia had undergone a significant transformation. Each interaction left him frustrated, yet powerless to address it.
After observing her for a while, Timothy silently exited the bedroom.
He directed Holly outside, “Once she wakes up, prepare some food to help her sober up. Make sure she learns her lesson.” “I understand, sir. You can rest assured. I’ll take good care of Mrs. Barrett.” Hearing the title “Mrs. Barrett,” Timothy fell silent and exited the villa.
Heath stood outside, beads of sweat forming on his forehead. Despite his apprehension, he refrained from entering. All he could do was wait for Timothy to emerge.
When Heath saw Timothy, he was overjoyed. “Sir, the meeting has commenced as scheduled. I’ve notified everyone that it has transitioned to a video conference. The laptop in the car is ready for you.” “Okay.” Timothy crouched to enter the car, promptly opening his laptop to join the ongoing meeting.
Had it not been for Mia today, he wouldn’t have experienced such a significant delay.
Upon waking up, Mia yawned and rose from the bed. She had initially intended to take a short nap, but somehow drifted into a deep, restful slumber.
Glancing at her phone, Mia realized that it was already evening.
Fortunately, she had notified Patricia about her extended work hours. If her brothers had discovered her indulging in whiskey during the daytime, she would undoubtedly have faced some serious consequences.
“Mrs. Barrett, are you awake?” Holly entered the room, holding a refreshing glass of lemon water. “Having some water will make you feel better. What are your dinner preferences? I’d be happy to prepare something for you.” Taking a sip of the lemon–infused water, Mia instantly felt more alert. “You don’t need to go She believed it would be in her best interest to leave as soon as possible.
Considering that she and Timothy were on the verge of finalizing their divorce, remaining here seemed inappropriate.
As Mia rose to leave, Holly hesitated for a moment before requesting. “Mrs. Barrett, now that you’re back, could you lend me a hand with something?” “I’ve been away for quite some time. What could I possibly help you with?” Holly appeared somewhat distressed as she shared, “I’ve been responsible for organizing Mr. Barrett’s walk–in closet for a while now, but no matter how I arrange things, I always end up receiving criticism. It seems like Mr. Barrett is never satisfied.” Mia sighed, empathizing with Holly’s situation. After all, in the initial stages of their relationship, she, too, had to gradually understand Timothy’s preferences.
Entering the walk–in closet, Mia gazed at the familiar layout. This space was where she had dedicated three years of hard work, and every nook and cranny held a sense of familiarity to her.
Mia calmly explained, “In the event of bad weather, choose this color for his inner layer and tie. Conversely, when the weather is pleasant, opt for this color for his suit jacket.
“If his mood is low, go for this combination, but if he’s in good spirits, stick with the outfit suitable for good weather.” “Mrs. Barrett, I can easily determine if the weather is good or bad, but how can I discern Mr.
Barrett’s mood?” This question momentarily puzzled Mia. She responded candidly. “In that scenario, prepare two sets of outfits and let him choose.
“Avoid making decisions on his behalf. He’s picky, domineering, and difficult to please. Regardless of your choice, it seems he won’t be satisfied.” “Mia, have you been talking about me like this behind my back?” a voice behind them echoed.
Suddenly, the atmosphere turned eerily quiet. Holly’s face displayed a fearful expression as she stuttered, “Sir?”