Chapter 475

Chapter 475:
“I reasoned that you must be completely overwhelmed with work today, so I decided to bring you something delicious since my travels brought me through your neighborhood.” He opened each container with practiced care and arranged the various dishes across an empty table with meticulous attention.
The spread included several perfectly prepared entrées accompanied by a steaming bowl of aromatic soup, all maintaining their ideal serving temperature.
“This looks absolutely divine!” Millie exclaimed, her stomach responding immediately to the enticing aromas.
“Please, enjoy every bite,” Giffard encouraged with paternal fondness.
“You’re incredibly thoughtful—thank you so much.” Millie beamed at him, her memory stirring with thoughts of the Hussain family’s recently hired chef, whose culinary skills seemed legendary among their social circle.
“My pleasure entirely.” Giffard nodded graciously, his expression brightening as Millie gestured for him to join her feast.
“I’ve already satisfied my hunger. Please, proceed without any concern for me.”
Millie lifted the soup to her lips and savored the first warming sip with closed eyes.
“This captures exactly the flavors I crave most!” she declared with heartfelt enthusiasm, fixing Giffard with an intense gaze. “Should your talented chef ever consider new employment opportunities, you absolutely must provide me with the first introduction.”
Giffard’s eyes reflected her infectious joy as his smile broadened with genuine warmth. “I give you my solemn promise.”
While observing Millie savor her meal with obvious delight, Giffard shifted to more serious matters. “In approximately six weeks, an important academic conference will convene in Flaville, and my attendance has been confirmed.” Millie paused mid-bite, her attention now fully on him.
Focusing entirely on Giffard, Millie waited for him to elaborate on this intriguing development.
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“I’ve enlisted several trusted colleagues in Flaville to investigate Vivian’s medical history more thoroughly. Unfortunately, the medical institution maintains extremely strict confidentiality protocols and refuses to divulge patient information under normal circumstances—which, I suppose you’ve already learned from Charles since he’s been helping you look into this.” Giffard’s tone grew more determined. “When I travel there for the conference, however, I plan to visit that facility personally and conduct some subtle investigations. I hope I can uncover information that might prove useful to your cause.”
Millie regarded Giffard with profound gratitude shining in her eyes. She had shared her childhood years with Alexia, and throughout those formative years, Giffard had protected her with the devotion of a caring older brother. Her heart had always recognized him in that cherished familial role, filling a void she had carried since childhood.
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“Gratitude remains unnecessary between us,” Giffard responded, his hand settling gently on her head with brotherly affection.
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