Bab 197: The Islet Mystery 13

"You don't have to shout at me, darling, if all you want is to tell me that you have already let her drink it," Jullien said softly in a humiliated tone as she picked up her spoon and fork and started to scoop some food into her plate.  Her voice may just be louder than a whisper, but due to the extreme silence, everyone heard her clearly.

"I'm sorry. I was thinking of something." Ryan apologized, and he reached out for her hand and held it, making Jullien drop her fork on the plate.

"How can I ever keep a grudge on you?" she chirped sweetly and hung her head on his shoulders, "but you might want me to continue eating?"

"I'm sorry," Ryan apologized again as he realized it, but Jullien cupped his face and pulled it down for a kiss.

"That's so sweet of you, dear, and that makes me love you more."