Paul's Manipulation

The food was the most delicious food Eric and Riya ever had in their lives. They might have had similar or maybe better when they were young and Riya's father was alive, but since they didn't remember, it was the first time.

While eating, Eric had glanced at Elena and had noticed that despite the tension Paul's presence caused, her expression had become better as she ate.

Paul didn't say anything while they ate and only glanced at Elena and Riya a few times.

After they were done, Elena glanced at Paul and Vivian, who was standing behind him with her head down, and said, "Thank you for the food. It was very delicious, Vivian."

Eric and Riya followed suit and thanked them.

Vivian smiled at them, but the trio could see her smile was forced, which made them frown.

Noticing this, Paul glanced back at her and narrowed his eyes at her, which made her duck her head down in fear.