Wedding My Ex's Uncle Chapter 26 Something was about to explode Lucien gave a tiny smile but didn't bother saying more . Then he threw in all casual - like , "Just call me Lucien , I'm not that much older than you anyway . " I mean , even when you were with Alden , calling me ' Mr. Graves ' was way too formal . " Kaia's eyes widened a little . She wanted to tell him that " Mr. Graves " was totally normal , but swallowed it back . Lucien ? Seriously ? Isn't he from my dad's generation ? Now that feels kind of weird . After what felt like forever , Kaia forced a fight smile and slowly looked up . Lucien's eyes were close to hers , dark and endless , like they could see straight through to her soul . Just when that invisible pressure started choking her , his voice cut through the quiet . " Take your time . Get comfortable first . You can change later . " 17:27 Chapter 26 Something was about to ex. As he spoke , his eyes dropped to her pink lips . His throat bobbed . " Have you eaten ? " " Huh ? " Kaia blinked in surprise . Lucien looked away . " Dinner . Did you eat enough ? If not , come grab a bite with me . " Now that he mentioned it , she really hadn't eaten much . Her stomach was starting to complain . " Sure . But it's on me tonight . " She smiled . Lucien leaned back a little . " Alright . " One red car , one black car . They slipped into the city's night . Finally , they pulled up outside Redblossom Restaurant . Kaia's gaze dimmed . The last time she came here was when she first brought up breaking things off with Alden . Lucien led the way , and Kaia followed half a step behind . They entered the private room and took their seats . Being alone with Lucien still made Kaia nervous . She quickly passed him the menu , " Mr. Graves , please go ahead and order . " 17:27 Chapter 26 Something was about to ex Lucien raised his eyebrow slightly and waved the waiter over . " A bowl of clam chowder , a slice of apple pie , and a plate of BBQ ribs . " He spoke like a regular , and every dish happened to be something Kaia liked . " Light for dinner . Easier to digest . These are their best dishes . Try them . " Kaia looked surprised . " You haven't been back in years . But you still remember their specialties ? " She used to love this local American bistro . Lucien gave a small smile . " I ate here enough times . It stuck . " cas The wait for food dragged . Kaia glanced at her nails , stared at the tablecloth , and eventually let out a small breath . It's so damn awkward … She shifted uncomfortably in her seat , her fingers nervously tracing the rim of her glass before she finally said , " I need to use the restroom . " Lucien watched her hurry off , looking amused . 17:27 Chapter 26 Something was about to ex There was a bathroom in the private room , yet she went outside . He'd pushed too hard . His little bunny had spooked , He shook his head . Guess I have to take my time . Kaia didn't even know why she'd bolted . The air in that room had felt way too heavy . But of course , bad timing , Kimberly happened to walk in just then and saw her by the sink . " Hah , so it really was you , " Kimberly snapped . She caught a glimpse of Kaia's back at the entrance earlier and thought she was seeing things . Kaia , oddly calm now , shot her a cold look . " What ? Looking for another bath ? " Kimberly flinched as if stung , taking a full step back . Kaia didn't bother hiding the smirk tugging at her lips . That's it . Be scared . And learn - never start what you can't finish , and stay out of my way . 4/7 17:27 Chapter 26 Something was about to ex … Kimberly's face turned bright red . She stood up straight and snapped . " Don't act so smug , Kaia . Just because you think you're gonna marry in doesn't mean it's set in stone ! And you know where Dad went yesterday ? " Kaia's eyes narrowed . " If you've got something to say , spit it out . " Triumph lit Kimberly's expression . " He went to the nursing home and brought Grandma back ! So you'd better watch your mouth - she's in the house again . " " What ? " Kaia's eyes flew wide open . Tobias had brought her grandma home ? Her face flushed with anger , fury boiling in her chest . " Did she agree to come back ? " Kimberly laughed . " Of course . Old folks always want to be home . You think you're the only one who cares about her ? Well , my mom and I are gonna take real good care of her . " Kaia glared hard , then turned and stormed out . She'd even changed the contact info at the nursing home . And 17:27 Chapter 26 Something was about to ex .. her dad still went behind her back ? Lucien glanced up when she burst in . Her eyes still held that same fiery edge . He raised a brow . " Who'd you run into ? " Someone had clearly pushed her buttons . Kaia gave a tight smile . " Sorry , Mr. Graves . I can't stay for dinner . Something came up . I need to head home now . " Lucien studied her unreadable face , then nodded . " Want me to drive you ? " She shook her head . " No , I brought my car . You enjoy the meal . I'll see myself out . " Lucien didn't bother correcting what she called him . He glanced down at the untouched chowder and chuckled to himself . Such good food . What a waste . ***** Kaia got home at ten , Sue was still awake . " Grandma's back ? " she asked . Sue nodded . " Yes , Ms. Domont . She came in tonight . She's 17:27 Chapter 26 Something was about to ex- already asleep . " Kaia's chest tightened . Her anger surged . Grandma is almost seventy . And they have her moving late at night just to play power games with me ? She snapped . " Where's my father ? Is he sleeping ? " Sue hesitated . " He just got back . Probably still awake . " Watching the anger flicker across Kaia's face , she felt a knot of nerves tighten in her stomach . Something was definitely about to explode tonight . Write your comment