NovelOnlineChapter 744: Eyebrows scrunched in confusion, Marissa couldn't figure out why Kevin was displeased with her. Feeling awkward, she waited for him to continue. Kevin leaned back in his chair, smirking as he shook his head. "I thought we could be completely honest with each other, but it seems I'm the only one being transparent. You're still wary of me." Marissa was taken aback, her eyes blinking rapidly as his words sank in. Mr. G, the formidable leader of the Rasetsu Group, trusted her this much? But their relationship had always seemed purely transactional. Paul mentioned Mr. G had admired her abilities and feared she might join a rival organization, so he had actively recruited her into his group. However, he had never attempted to control her, and she had never held him in high regard as a leader. She had operated independently, always doing things her own way, with little interaction with Mr. G. They had never even met face-to-face! Her achievements had boosted the Rasetsu Group's reputation, and in return, the group had shielded her from troubles. It had been a mutually beneficial relationship without any emotional attachment. At least, that was what she believed. She never imagined that Mr. G, the esteemed leader, cared about her so much and was willing to unveil his true face to her. This realization made her feel a bit embarrassed.
Never one to be coy, she felt an overwhelming urge to rip off her mask and peaked cap right then and there to finally be honest with him. But the memory of his earlier dismissal and his refusal to acknowledge her as his sister made her hesitate. She needed to understand why before revealing her identity. In the end, taking a deep breath, she crafted a lie. "I appreciate your trust, but I'm sorry, your judgment of my appearance is wrong. I may have a good figure, but my face is so ugly it's unbearable. I'm keeping my face hidden out of respect for you." Kevin's eyes slightly squinted before he nodded, seemingly convinced by her words. "I'm sorry." A small, bittersweet smile tugged at the corners of Marissa's lips. "It's okay," she replied softly.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtHoping to shift the mood, Kevin slid the menu across the table with a relaxed grin. “Here, take a look and order whatever catches your eye. It's ontoday." The best reads are at gVlnovls"I said I would treat you." Marissa pushed the menu back.
"Oh, con. It's not right to let a lady pay. Besides, you've done so much for the Rasetsu Group as Black Snake. I should be the one thanking you." Kevin's smile widened as he nudged the menu toward her again.
After a playful tug-of-war with the menu, Marissa found the situation amusing. Giving in, she grabbed the digital menu and began scrolling through its sleek interface. She tapped her choices directly on the screen, selecting a few of her favorite dishes. The digital menu made ordering a breeze, eliminating the need to flag down a waiting staff. Once done, Marissa handed the menu back to Kevin.
"All set." Kevin took the menu with a nod and began scanning it, his expression shifting from casual to surprised. His eyebrows shot up, and he glanced at her with an intrigued look.
"What's wrong?" Marissa asked, tilting her head.
"Nothing," Kevin said, his gaze returning to the screen. “It's just that your taste is eerily similar to my sister's. She's a huge fan of sweet and sour flavors, too. When she was little, she'd be over the moon for days if I gave her a piece of candy." Marissa studied him quietly, catching the nostalgic lilt in his voice. "Didn't you say you don't have a sister?" Kevin sighed. "I was being a bit upset at that time. I do have a sister, actually. I'm sorry for the mix-up. I just felt a bit prickly when you askedthat question." "How many sisters do you have?" Marissa asked as she leaned in, resting her elbows on the table.
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"Just one," Kevin replied with a chuckle. "And honestly one sister is enough to break my heart. If I had more, I'd probably be a goner."
When Marissa heard this, her eyes sparkled with a newfound light, her mood lifting tically. She had feared Kevin might have another sister who had upset him, which explained his aversion to the word "sister.” But now, when she heard that he had only one sister, it was as if a heavy weight had been lifted off her chest. However, his comment about her breaking his heart left her puzzled and uneasy. When had she ever hurt him?
She had been searching for him for the past eighteen years, breaking her own heart repeatedly over not finding him. When did she ever have the En.
chance to make him sad? Desperate to know, she leaned closer and asked directly, "Can you tellhow your sister hurt you?"
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