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Sophia said with a smile, "Miya, you seem very shy. Just make yourself at home. Here, would you like some chicken soup?" She passed the plate of salad to Miya.

"I'm ok. Thanks." Miya said plainly.

"Aha. This is Xenon's favorite dish, so you two don't have the same taste, I suppose. That's not fun living together then." Sophia commented with sarcasm.

"Why? The difference makes it even more fun. It creates diversity." Again, plainly Miya replied.
A few times, Sophia tried to bring up a topic, but Miya responded without any enthusiasm as she
had to avoid falling into any of Sophia's tricks. However, her lack of response and enthusiasm
displeased Sue even more. Benjamin didn't say anything either, nor did he try any of the food except a small bite of salad.
Sue nudged Sophia gently, and Sophia scoopeda small bowl of curry for Xenon. "Thịs is for you, Xenon." She said with a bright smile. Xenon nodded, but he didn't touch the food at all.
Miya noticed and thought it's obvious that Xenon doesn't think much of Sophia either. Ha. She
couldn't help wondering why Sophia was so obsessed with Xenon. He is indeed very hot and
good-looking, but he's so cold and even mean. What's about him that she would give up her pride and even cook for him?

Just às she was wondering, Xenon suddenly said to her, "Go and cook something for grandpa.
Sophia Moore's çooking doesn't please grandpa's stomach."
Both Miya and Sophia stared at Xenon in surprise.

"It's not that. I just feel like something light today." Benjamin said casually, intending to help Sophia out.
Miya hesitated.
Sue frowned. "Why? Don't you know how to cook? Have you not ever cooked for Xenon?" She questioned Miya, sounding annoyed.

"l can cook a bit," Miya said calmly, stood up, and went to the kitchen. About twenty minutes later, she came back with kale, black bean, and avocado burrito bowl. It smelled delicious and was beautifully presented.
Everyone was impressed and curious to see how Benjamin would react. His face lit up at the
sight of the food. Miya placed it down in front of him, and he nodded. When Miya sat back
down, he even took a look at Miya before he picked up his fork. To everyone's surprise, he
seemed to enjoy it very much and ate with contentment.

Sue and Sophia were expecting Miya to make a joke of herself, but now that Ben had finished the
whole plate of food Miya couldn't help wondering that he had underestimated Miya. She might be capable of becoming Xenon's new girl after all.
And I can perhaps use her to defeat Xenon. The best way is probably to make him fall in love
with her and then lose her. He wasn't completely defeated when Sol Keaton left, but this time, I can use Miya.

"Whenever you feel like trying Miya's còaking again, just let us know," Xenon said to Ben casually.
Ben put the fork down, wiped his mouth with the napkin, and nodded at Xenon. Though he made
no comment, everyone could tell that Miya had left a good impression after all.
Sue was planning to have Sophia Over so she could spend some time with Xenon. She knew how distant her grandson was, especially with women. Sophia couldn't get close to him usually,
but when they were at the Ubas', Xenon had to show his grandparents some respect. They chatted a bit after dinner, and Xenon excusęd himself to go out for a smoke.

"Xenon, why don't you drive Sophia home later?" Sue suggested.
Sophia smiled at the suggestion gratefully. "I really enjoyed seeing you, Sue, Ben.I shall visit again Soon"


"Please do." Sue hugged Sophia and said goodbye.
Miya thought she'd better leave then. She stood up and said politely, "Thanks for having me.
Good night." She received no reply.
***
Xenon's bodyguards and the driver had left when they got out. Sophia's driver was sent away as
Well, she said there was something wrong with the engine and she couldn't start her car.
Obviously, it was either Benjamin or Sue's idea, and they he planned to have Xenon drive
Sophia home.
Miya understood straight away. She said with a smile, "Xenon, why don't you drive Sophia home then. She's our guest, after all. I can call our driver." Miya didn't really care as shę knew there was no love between Xenon and her, and
She felt no jealousy. She didn't want to cause any conflicts, but if others didn't know to be grateful and started to annoy her, then she
would stand up for herself.

With a victorious smile, Sophia lifted her brows and said, "'See you then."

Miya didn't like her attitude at all. She changed her mind and quickly jumped into the front seat.
Stunned, Sophia froze and stared at Miya open-mouthed. Xenon get into the driver's seat as well, and indifferently, he asked, "Dol still need to give you a lift, Miss Moore?

Helplessly, Sophia heaved a sigh and got into the backseat of the car. "Xenon, are you driving me
home first, or will you drop off Miya first?"

Xenon sneered and said, "You really see me as your driver, don't you?"
Embarrassed, Sophia frowned and explained quickly, "Of course not. But my car won't start, so
Would you please drive me home?"

"Ha-ha." Xenon laughed, "Miya is my wife. It makes sense that I go home with her. But why should I drive you home?"

Sophia's heart sank. She hesitated but thought, well, he didn't ask me to get out of the car. She stayed in the car. Seeing Miya sitting next to Xenon at the front, Sophia felt immense resentment. Why?! How did this bitch suddenly show up and become Xenon's wife? It's supposed to be me! And Xenon is protecting her!
She isn't as beautiful as me. She isn't from a rich family. She's not as smart as me either! Why?!
She's nothing better than me! I have even learned how to cook for Xenon. Surely, I'm the one most qualified tọ be Mrs. Uba, to be Xenon's partner.