Ignatius Leclair quickly finished preparing dinner. The two little ones sat obediently at the table, heads down, eating ravenously. Delphine had eaten earlier outside and dared not even mention having a second meal.
So full.
The man calmly poured a glass of clear water and handed it over, his expression still icy.
Delphine silently drank the water. She then planned to wash the dishes that evening as a gesture of goodwill. However, as soon as her hand touched the plates, the man's long, strong fingers pinned hers down, his deep voice saying, "No need, I'll do it."
Ignatius Leclair rolled up his sleeves and elegantly began washing the dishes, his movements dignified and composed.
Delphine took the two little ones to bathe and get ready for bed.
