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Arthur loved the dining atmosphere. Over an hour, over twenty people polished off the food, leaving only scraps behind. Afterward, they unceremoniously flopped onto sofas or chairs, rubbing their bellies and sighing in contentment.
“It’s so delicious! Better than anything our chefs have ever mader
“Not only is it delicious, but the ingredients Arthur brought are also straightforward to digest. I ate over ten pieces of meat and didn’t feel bloated.”
“Yes, I never used to like ceviches, sausages, or ratatouille; I never ate them. But Arthur’s cooking was so delicious, and after eating them, I felt no discomfort.”
“It’s a pity we don’t have a daughter;
herwise, I would have married Arthur into our family…”
Everyone praised Arthur as he swiftly put on dishwashing gloves and cleared the table. He carefully dumped the leftover scraps into the giant soup bowl, carried them into the kitchen, and disposed of them in the trash bag.
Afterward, he stacked the smaller bowls into the larger ones and brought them to the sink, where he placed them in the dishwashing basin and let them soak in dish soap. Meanwhile, he wiped the dining table with a slightly damp cloth, cleaning it meticulously, leaving no stain behind.
After that, he used a dry cloth to go over it again. Then, he neatly placed the dining chairs back in their positions, ensuring everything was perfectly aligned.
The Lloyd family members called out to him as he busied himself: “Arthur, stop working so hard. We have servants for this. Let them handle it.”
The servants of the Lloyd family also said, “Please rest. We’ll take care of these tasks.”
Given the Lloyd family’s financial power, they, of course, had servants. However, the Lloyd family intentionally wanted to test Arthur today, so the servants were given the day off. Arthur took full responsibility for the cooking, with only Nina assisting him.
However, the servants were curious about Arthur and quietly stayed on the side, observing. As he worked, Arthur smiled and
buildup, so I avoid gaining weight.”
As he said this, he proudly clenched his fist and raised his arm, adding, “Don’t be fooled by my looks; I have a bit of muscle in my arms and abs!”
said, “It’s fine. I enjoy cleaning up after eating. It helps speed digestion and prevents far
The Lloyd family members nodded in agreement, saying, “Not bad, not bad. You’ve kept in great shape, a perfect match for Munchie’s beauty.”
While Arthur was washing the dishes, several elders stood with their hands behind their backs, watching him closely at the kitchen door.
They observed for over ten minutes before returning to the living room, where they told everyone, “Arthur washes dishes thoroughly. He scrubbed them three times, and in the end, he wiped them so clean that there wasn’t a trace of water left.”
“He also placed the dishes in the rack neatly, sorting the different types of bowls separately, very meticulous.” The group nodded in approval, all giving him a thumbs up.
After Arthur finished washing the dishes, he prepared a large bowl of lemonade and served it to the Lloyd family. The family couldn’t stop praising the lemonade and jokingly wished they could make him part of their family. An elder asked Arthur how he had become skilled at caring for others.
Scratching his head sheepishly, he replied, “My family has elderly members, children, and those unwell, I grew up watching them being cared for, so I naturally picked up some experience. But in my family, my mom, my brother, and my sister are
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truly the experts. Compared to them. I’m far behind.”
Everyone was deeply moved, thinking how kind–hearted Arthur was. Every time he received praise, he redirected it to his family, which showed how much he valued them. A person who treats their family well would surely be just as good to their spouse and in–laws.
By this point, the Lloyd family’s admiration for Arthur had peaked. Those who had initially intended to find faults in him had forgotten entirely their intentions. After chatting, Arthur stood up and said, “I’ll prepare the ingredients now and start making dinner.”
The evening meal was relatively light. The only meat dishes were fish and beef, while most consisted of seasonal vegetables and mushrooms, making it particularly suitable for them to enjoy at night. There were also some easily digestible snacks and desserts. By the end of the meal, everyone felt thoroughly satisfied.
By around nine in the evening, the Lloyd family relatives reluctantly took their leave. Before departing, they strongly insisted that Arthur stay a few more days, even promising to visit him daily.
Though they claimed it was to spend time together, they hoped for more of his cooking. Naturally, this also reflected their high approval of him.
Arthur originally planned to stay with the Lloyd family for just one day, intending to leave after meeting their relatives. However, due to their warm insistence, he stayed for five days.
During this time, he met all of the Lloyd family’s relatives, each of whom gave him glowing praise and eagerly wished he could join the family as soon as possible.
“Dario, kids as thoughtful and considerate as this are rare. You’d better make him part of the Lloyd family soon, or someone else might snatch him away while you hesitate.”
“These days, it’s rare to find a young person who’s hardworking, tidy, skilled at cooking, and even takes the initiative to wash the dishes afterward. Honestly, I’ve only ever met one like him. If you miss this chance, there won’t be another.”
“Arthur, after you and Munchie get married, you should spend more time living here. Think about it–your family is big and lively, but Munchie is an only child. If she moves to your place after the wedding, imagine how lonely her parents would feel…”
“How is this child so perfect? He’s good–looking, always smiling, and loves helping others. He often assists the servants and does a great job. Even the servants like him and can’t stop calling him.”
“I heard from people in Kitmore City that Arthur is the most ordinary child in his family. It’s just unbelievable! Arthur is so perfect–there’s no way his brothers could be more likable than him!”
“What? Someone dares to say Arthur isn’t as good as his brothers? Once Arthur and Munchie are married, I’ll give my private vineyard to him!”
“I also have a villa in Kitmore City–I’ll give it to him as well…”
Someone else said, “Arthur, next time I’ll come to Kitmore City to visit you!”
“Arthur, we had a great time eating yesterday that I forgot to add you on iMessage..”
“Arthur, we’re going to miss you so much! When are you coming again?” Their enthusiasm almost made Arthur feel like returning to his home was a crime.
After returning home, Arthur relayed the Lloyd family’s high praise for him, then scratched his head and said, “Nina’s family has said they approve of our marriage. They don’t want any engagement gifts from our side, and they’ll cover all the wedding expenses, including a car and a house.
“Th–They only have Nina as their child, and she’s often away from home, so they get lonely. They hope that Nina and I can
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take turns living at bottrplaces after we get married.
“Also, after Nina and I have children, regardless of gender, the first child will take Lloyd’s name and be registered under the Lloyd family. They hope we will agree, and they will take responsibility for raising the child.”
The Donovan family stared at Arthur in surprise, silent for a while. They weren’t shocked that the Lloyd family liked Arthur: what astonished them was that Arthur had only known Nina briefly, and they were already discussing marriage. Even Brandon didn’t marry that quickly.
Moreover, the Lloyd family didn’t want any engagement gifts, insisted on covering all the wedding expenses, offered a car and a house, and wanted the first child to carry Lloyd’s name. It seemed like they weren’t marrying off their daughter but instead adopting a son.
With so many children in the Donovan family, they weren’t worried about the empty house. “No matter the last name or where they live, they’re all our children. That’s not an issue,” Wesley said generously, waving his hand. “As long as you’re all fine with it, that’s what matters.”
Claire said, “If you two are getting married, the engagement gift and expenses our family should contribute still need to be provided. We can’t let Nina’s family cover everything.”
Arthur scratched his head again, saying, “Nina and I plan to travel the world after marriage. Of course, we’ll return for holidays, but I’m unsure if you had any objections.”
Everyone shook their heads. “No objections.”
Arthur was the only child in the Donovan family who had never been abroad. As a result, the family was particularly eager for him to travel and see the world. They would have worried about Arthur’s safety in the past, but things were different
now.
Nina was a skilled expert in kajukenbo and combat, and Arthur had trained with Zayn. With advanced artificial intelligence and protective equipment at home, there was no need to worry about them encountering trouble abroad.
Arthur’s eyes sparkled with excitement, clearly filled with anticipation, but then he became concerned. “But… what will happen to the restaurant when I’m not home? I don’t want Mom to work too hard.”
Claire slapped him on the head. “Do you think the manager we hired for the restaurant is an idiot? They’ve been a supervisor at a five–star restaurant for years–do you think they can’t handle the restaurant? Enough, go wherever you want for however long you want. Just be sure to stay safe.”
A month later, Arthur and Nina were married in Vredo City. Since both didn’t want too much attention, the wedding was kept low–key. They only invited close family and friends and chose not publicly announcing the news.
Although the Donovan family wasn’t short on money, the Lloyd family insisted on covering all the wedding expenses and firmly refused to accept any engagement gifts from them.
The Lloyd family’s parents explained, “A good man like Arthur is one of a kind in this world. Our family is lucky to have him as our son–in–law, and we want everyone to know how much we cherish him!”
“Exactly! Arthur is the best young man in the world and deserves all this love and care!” With the Lloyd family showering Arthur affectionately, the Donovan family decided not to argue.
The Donovan family secretly gave Arthur a generous amount for their travels.
Two weeks after the wedding, Arthur and Nina, eager for their adventure, boarded a plane with high–tech gear from the family, including a translation watch, versatile backpack, bulletproof vests, and more, ready to explore the world.
However, they didn’t stay away for long. Less than six months into their world tour, they returned home because Nina was pregnant, which prompted them to return.
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When the Donovan family–received the news, thinking that Arthur had shocked everyone by becoming the second child to have a baby.
Since the food at the Donovan family’s was better, Nina stayed there to await the birth of her child. Under the pretext of caring for their daughter, the Lloyd family was also moved into Arthur’s charming food house to witness the child’s birth.
Nina gave birth to a beautiful daughter who took the Lloyd’s name.
Yasmin Lloyd inherited her parents‘ love for food. She spent he lays eating, napping, playing, overgrowing, and becoming chubby. Since the Donovan family’s meals were so delicious, Yasin stayed with them, mainly under the care of her grandparents from the Lloyd family.
After Yasmin was weaned, Arthur and Nina continued their world tour, only returning for holidays. The world was so fascinating that they didn’t feel much longing for home.
Yasmin was carefree; as long as there was food, she didn’t mind that her parents weren’t around. She had cats, dogs, artificial intelligence to keep her company, and a big group of adults and children to play with. She never felt lonely. While most children’s first words are calling their parents, her first word was Munchie.”
Everyone thought that since Nina’s nickname was “Munchie,” Yasmin calling her was like calling
Nina.
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