Chapter 574

Jack did remember, but he still responded coldly. "I don't recall that."

Sure enough, Emily looked embarrassed and immediately pleaded, "Then... could you at least take a sip and see if you like it? Please, could you just try it for me?"

Seeing her being so humble, Jack felt a pang of sympathy and nodded.

Her face lit up with joy, and she personally brought the soup to him.

As the familiar taste hit his palate, a ripple of emotion stirred in his heart. The soup tasted just like he remembered from childhood-maybe even better. He was inexplicably touched.

Emily watched him expectantly, even licking her lips after he finished. "Is it good?" she asked carefully, her face full of anticipation.

Jack feigned indifference. "It's alright."

Not receiving the praise she had hoped for, Emily felt a slight disappointment. But seeing the empty bowl, she realized that he did enjoy it—he was just being stubborn. Her heart swelled with joy.

Instead of asking if he wanted another bowl, she had Carol ladle a second serving from the pot.

When Emily handed him the bowl, Jack hesitated. Was it too much to have another? But the enticing aroma of the bone broth was irresistible. So, he drank it in one go.

Emily suppressed a smile and served him yet another bowl. Without hesitation, Jack downed it as well.

It wasn't until his fourth bowl that he began to feel a bit embarrassed and quickly declined, "No more. I was just thirsty."

As soon as the words were spoken, Carol, who was standing beside Emily, couldn't help but laugh. She found Jack's attempt to make excuses while having drunk so much quite amusing.

However, when she saw Emily's serious expression and Jack's awkward demeanor, she quickly stifled her laughter. She didn't want to ruin her employer's plans.

Emily didn't blame Carol. Seeing that Jack had finished his drink, she instructed Carol to clear the table.

Then, she asked him with concern, "How have you been at school lately? Do you need money? How much? Is there anything you need help with? Did you use the bank card I gave you last time? If you ever run into trouble, just let me know. I'll handle it for you."

Jack shook his head and then added, "If you have time, please take back those luxury items, like the watches. I don't need them."

As for the Ferrari, he had decided to keep it. After all, the company was short on vehicles.

Emily nodded in agreement, seemingly wanting to say more but hesitating.

He caught on. "Do you have something else to say?"

She gathered her courage. "Well, your father and I might be returning to Tarthy in the next couple of days—"

"Then, go ahead," he said nonchalantly.

Emily continued, "What I mean is, could you ask your homeroom teacher for some time off? Your father and I would like to take you back to Tarthy with us."

After all, Tarthy City was Jack's true home. Both Emily and Quintis longed for him to return, even if just for a visit.