Lisa's expression changed. Originally, she wanted to tell Eva about Mr. Blackwood coming to apologize to her, but after hearing Michael's words, Lisa felt that she didn't need to tell her. After thinking it through, Lisa awkwardly smiled and said, "Oh, it's nothing."

Hearing this, suspicion appeared on Eva's face. "When you called me earlier, you said you had something to tell me."

"Yes, that's right," Lisa explained in a flustered manner, "I was just caught up in my emotions at that time, so I had something to tell you, but now there's nothing."

Eva raised her eyebrow. "Is that so?"

Lisa nodded repeatedly.

Although they hadn't known each other for long, Eva felt she knew Lisa quite well. When Lisa lied, she couldn't hide it at all. Her gaze would wander, and she would nod like a chick pecking at grains of rice. So, Eva immediately saw through her lying.

Maybe she just didn't want to tell me, Eva sighed inwardly and didn't ask further.

"Well, since that's the case, I won't ask anymore." Lisa continued nodding.

Eva tied on her apron and was about to start cutting the meat, while Lisa stood awkwardly nearby, not knowing what to do.

Hastily stepping forward, Lisa offered, "Let me do it for you."

Under normal circumstances, Eva would obediently hand her the knife.

However, anticipating what she was about to say next, Eva held onto the knife herself instead of passing it to Lisa.

"I'll handle it."

"Alright." Lisa stood by with her head hanging low.

Observing her appearance, Eva's gaze shifted as she contemplated her opening statement, then she spoke, "So, how did it go? Were you able to get his contact information?"

Upon hearing this, Lisa's expression turned unpleasant, thinking about what she had told Michael.

Noticing her change in expression, Eva assumed she had failed.

Relieved at the thought of failure, Eva thought it would save her from further effort later.

Considering this, Eva softly said, "Earlier this morning, I mentioned that there were some things I wanted to discuss with you. It's actually about him..."

"Eva!"

Lisa suddenly lifted her head, calling out her name. "You went out with Michael today, right? He treats you so well. If I keep you here, would it hinder your relationship? Did he prepare a house for you in your home country? I mean, what if he can't pursue you in the future, would you blame me..."

Upon hearing this, Eva's action of slicing the meat paused abruptly before she stopped altogether. She turned her head to look quietly at Lisa.

This kind of gaze made Lisa feel guilty, causing her to avoid eye contact and awkwardly say, "No, no, don't get me wrong. I'm just afraid of affecting your future, so I wanted to create more opportunities for both of you. And I'm also afraid you might blame me if Michael couldn't pursue you in the future..."

The more Lisa spoke, the softer her voice became, until it was almost inaudible like a mosquito's buzz.

Everyone present was intelligent.

How could Eva not sense the other meaning behind her words?

She looked at Lisa quietly, then after a long while, she said, "Why don't you go out first? Dinner will be ready in a while."

Lisa didn't know what to say for a moment, so she turned her head and left the kitchen silently.

During dinner, both children could sense that something was off. Ruby, who was usually carefree, could still sense the silence at the dining table.

The siblings exchanged glances and obediently behaved themselves, eating in earnest.

When they had nearly finished, they put down their chopsticks together. "Mommy, Aunt Lisa, we're done eating."

Lisa immediately forced a smile for the two children.

Eva glanced at the two of them and reached out to touch their heads after they got up from the table. "Dylan, Ruby, you were very well-behaved tonight. Go rest in your rooms for a while, then pack your bags, okay?" Beside her, Lisa's face turned pale as she bit her lower lip.

The two little ones looked at Eva in surprise, probably not expecting the situation to be so serious.

But in the next moment, Eva smiled again and said, "Tomorrow, you're going to a new school, remember?"

Upon hearing this, the two little ones were reassured and went to pack their bags.

After they left, Eva finished the leftover rice bit by bit.

Meanwhile, Lisa, who had been sitting across from her since asking the children to pack, remained in her seat, looking lost and desolate.

Until Eva finished eating and tidied up, she regained her senses and quickly apologized to her. "Eva, I'm sorry."

Eva smiled faintly and said, "It's okay, you were looking out for me. I'll go replace Michael a little later."

In fact, Lisa regretted what she had said earlier, but now that she heard Eva say she was going to see Michael, she couldn't take back her words anymore. She struggled to swallow the words in her throat and remained silent. After cleaning the table and making sure the kitchen was spotless, Eva threw away the trash and made sure not to leave any dirt in her home before returning to her room to pack her luggage.

Since she had just moved in, there wasn't much to pack, and Eva simply tidied up a bit before sitting by the bed and taking out her phone to book a hotel.

After finishing the reservation, Dylan pushed the door open and walked in.

"Mommy."

Upon hearing him, Eva put away her phone and smiled at him. "Dylan, did you finish packing?"

"Yes, Mommy."

"Hmm, how about Ruby?"

"Ruby is ready too, waiting in the room for Mommy."

"Great, then let's go." Eva got up and pulled her suitcase out of the door.

Just as she was leaving, she bumped into Lisa, who had come to replace her. Lisa looked at Eva with a hesitant expression and asked, "Are you leaving already?"

"Yes, we'll stay nearby tonight and go to school tomorrow." Eva's calm demeanor made Lisa even more uncomfortable.

"Let me give you a ride."

"No need, I've already called a car."

"Well... alright, take care and let me know once you've arrived."

"Sure." Eva nudged Dylan next to her and said, "Dylan, go get Ruby out, we're leaving."

"Okay, Mommy." Eva watched Dylan enter the room and then turned to Lisa, whispering softly, "Lisa, I know you probably don't want to hear these things from me. But as a friend, I still want to remind you that it's better to replace out if the person you like has a girlfriend, fiancée, or is single before falling for them. That's all I have to say, I'll leave now."

After finishing her words, Eva didn't pay attention to Lisa's reaction anymore. She smiled at her and went to catch up with Dylan and Ruby.

As they left, the two little ones said goodbye to Lisa warmly.

Lisa could only smile bitterly and wave goodbye. Finally, the door closed, leaving her standing alone in the empty house, as if no one had ever been there.

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