Chapter 39: Coaxing Nathan

Usually, when Victoria brought fruit or other food to Nathan, he would take it, turn around, and close the door, retreating back into his room like a withdrawn tortoise. But he was different today. Victoria watched as Nathan took the fruit plate from Kendall’s hands, yet he still stood at the door, seemingly with no intention of going back into his room. Victoria’s previous worries vanished instantly. It seemed Neil’s guess from yesterday was correct! Her silly son’s reaction to Kendall was indeed different from his reaction to everyone else! Victoria grew more and more excited. Seeing that her silly...