waking up with my nemesis' baby novel

Her diet was strictly controlled year - round , not for enjoyment , but purely for physical performance . The people around her only ever cared about her technique , her achievements , and whether she could keep on dancing . The feeling of being understood and cared for so meticulously, the way those two kids cared for Madeleine , was so foreign to her it felt like a luxury . When the food arrived , Leona didn't say a word , just ate silently with her head down . Madeleine brought a bowl of soup and placed it in front of her . " Try this . It's the Beef Soup , their specialty .

" She instinctively wanted to refuse this extra kindness , feeling it was unnecessary and unfamiliar . Leona told herself that she and Madeleine were just competitors . Madeleine was only helping her get back to her peak form so they could compete properly ; they weren't friends . Chapter 296 But when she met Madeleine's sparkling eyes , she couldn't bring herself to refuse . She lowered her head , picked up her spoon , scooped a little , and blew on it gently before tasting it . The warm soup slid into her mouth .

The flavor was light yet savory , and a warmth slowly spread from her stomach . She paused for a moment , then spoke under Madeleine's expectant gaze : " It's really good . " Her tone was still flat , but it seemed a little softer than usual . " Thanks . " " I'm glad you like it . I specifically asked the waiter to go easy on the salt for you . " Madeleine beamed , then turned back to talk to the two kids . Leona lowered her head , took another sip of the Beef Soup , and pushed down the inconvenient feeling stirring inside her . So this is what it felt like to be understood and loved .

But why did it have to be Madeleine ? Chapter 296 How strange . For Leona , this meal tasted a little more ... complicated than she'd expected . After dinner , Leona left early . Minerva finally relaxed her tense back , her small body slumping onto the chair . " Madeleine , next time you're having dinner with Leona , can you give me a heads - up ? It's exhausting ." Even though Leona had never taught Minerva , she had been a judge before , so Minerva felt a certain sense of awe . During dinner , Minerva was tense the whole time , not daring to shrug her shoulders or cross her legs .

She kept her core engaged , afraid Leona would frown at her . Madeleine looked at Minerva's relieved little expression and couldn't help but smile , reaching out to pinch her soft cheek . " Oh ? Didn't our little Mina do a great job just now? " " You sat up so straight , like a little lady . " " That's because Leona has such a strong presence . The moment she looked over , I didn't dare to move . I felt like she'd notice I wasn't using my core if I slouched even a little ! " She sighed dramatically , like a little adult , " It's more tiring than dance class !

" Madeleine found it strange , tilting her head with a smile . " Weren't you all puffed up before , thinking Leona was a bad person ? Why the complete one - eighty ? " Kevin also tilted his little face up , looking curiously at his aunt . Minerva looked up , her expression turning a bit more serious , her voice soft . " That's because I didn't understand before ... What she said after the last competition really wasn't very nice . " She paused , her big , grape - like eyes blinking . " But then I saw it .

Madeleine , every time you finish dancing , even though you're tired , you're always so happy! " " And Leona ... she's actually a very serious teacher . The problems she pointed out , after you fixed them , Madeleine , you Chapter 296 really started dancing better and better ! " Minerva gestured with her small hands , trying hard to express her observations . " Even though she sounds cold and doesn't smile much , when she watches you dance , Madeleine , her eyes are so bright and focused . I can tell Leona really admires you .

" " I think she really wants what's best for you , Madeleine , and wants you to dance even better! " She concluded , her little face full of certainty . " So , I have to respect the teacher who teaches Madeleine so seriously ! " " I can't leave a bad impression on her ! " This child ... Her words warmed Madeleine's heart . In the years she was controlled by the narrative control , she lost her passion , and it had always bothered her . But now she realized it didn't seem to bother her as much anymore.

Chapter 296 She still had the strength to dance , and the people around her were all supportive . How wonderful . She leaned over and kissed Minerva , then turned to see her son's jealous little expression , so Madeleine gave him a big smooch too . " Come on , now that we're full , let's go shopping ! " Madeleine took one by each hand and walked excitedly out of the restaurant , heading straight for a nearby mall . Cedella Cedella is a passionate storyteller known for her bold romantic and spicy novels that keep readers hooked from the very first chapter.

With a flair for crafting emotionally intense plots and unforgettable characters, she blends love, desire, and drama into every story she writes. Cedella's storytelling style is immersive and addictive-perfect for fans of heated romances and heart-pounding twists.