Chapter 662

Lotus Waters was drenched from head to toe, his pants dripping water, yet his little face glowed with excitement. He held up a fish triumphantly, his voice ringing clear. "Big brother, look! I caught it myself! I'm going to tell Mom!"

Evelyn Carter couldn't help but laugh. "Go change before you catch a cold."

The boy bounded toward the kitchen like a joyful fawn. Soon, the rich aroma of fish stew wafted through the courtyard.

Evelyn and Alexander Hamilton were heading for a stroll by the pond when they overheard a woman's gentle voice from the kitchen. "...Last time all the fish died. These few were so hard to raise... Let the guests have them first. I'll make you eggs tonight."

The children swallowed hard but nodded obediently.

The couple exchanged a glance and quietly changed their path, avoiding the pond.

At lunch, three dishes and a soup adorned the table. The woman wrung her hands nervously. "I hope it's to your liking..."

Evelyn picked up some greens. "Delicious. Though I've had my fill of lotus seeds."

Alexander chimed in instantly. "Same here."

Lily Waters kept stealing glances at Alexander while nibbling her chopsticks. Evelyn asked softly, "What is it?"

"Big brother..." The girl hesitated. "You won't leave without paying, will you?"

Alexander's heart clenched. "Don't worry. We keep our promises."

Only then did the children happily dig into the fish soup.

Afternoon sunlight danced on the water's surface. Suddenly, Lily tugged Lotus away, returning moments later with a small boat.

"Dr. Carter, want to go boating?" The girl's eyes sparkled.

Alexander puffed out his chest. "I'll row."

Villagers gathered along the shore to watch. Gripping the oars, Alexander gave a mighty pull—

The boat spun in a perfect circle.

Evelyn arched an eyebrow. "Can you even do this?"

Alexander's ears turned pink. "Of course I can. Very much so."