First Date (2)

Nathan snickers at her.

“Mac n’ Cheese?” He chuckles. “I can make other stuff, ya know! Steak, burgers-”

“But I like Mac n’ Cheese,” Halsey murmurs, feeling crestfallen. It’s a simple dish but she loves anything with cheese in it, especially Mac n’ Cheese.

“Fine!” Nathan groans. He was planning to cook something elaborate for her but he is puzzled by her simple request. Taking out a pan, he boils some water and starts to cook. Halsey watches him in wonder, her eyes gaping at his hidden talent.

“You never said you like to cook!” She frowns.

“I cook for myself most of the time,” he shrugs.

“What about the maids or servants?” Halsey inquires. Surely a mansion that big should have a few household staff, right?

“There aren’t any,” Nathan reveals. “It’s just me. I’ve been cooking since I was twelve.”

Halsey is surprised. He’s been cooking all along? Why?

“What about your dad? Does he cook?”

Nathan’s jaw hardens at the mention of his dad. Halsey doesn’t understand why he’s so cold towards