used . Chapter 17 " Faith , stay with Callie for a while . Dinner will be ready soon , " Ethan chirped . This scene , which he had dreamed of countless times , had finally come true . Callie was happily unwrapping her gifts , which included everything from dolls and busy boards to Lego sets and virtual pets . Faith watched , her heart aching . Why did people only realize the value of what they had after losing it ? " Dinner's ready . " Ethan brought out the last dish , took off his apron , and personally called Callie to join dinner . Callie was sweating , and her hands were covered in colorful marks . He first took her to wash her hands , dried them himself , and led her back to the dining table . " I'm really an inadequate husband and father . I don't know what you like to eat , so I just made a few things , " Ethan said regretfully as he cautiously glanced at Faith . He had prepared ribs , chicken chops , a salad , and clam chowder . Faith didn't know he could cook . Nicole had taught him well . " Try it . I just learned it . Not sure if it's any good , " Ethan said . He served Faith a bowl of clam chowder and added a piece of rib to Callie's plate . Faith's gaze grew heavy , and her expression went blank . " Mom is allergic to seafood , " Callie reminded Ethan . She pushed the soup away and placed a piece of chicken chop on Faith's plate . Ethan's face fell , his hands trembling so much he could barely hold his cutlery . " I'm sorry . I had no idea . " " It's fine , " Faith said indifferently . She had no appetite and didn't want to take a bite . Callie ate happily and licked her plate clean very soon . Ethan kept his eyes on them , bccasionally adding food to Callie's plate . " Faith , are you really not going to eat? " " I'm not hungry , " Faith replied coldly . Her attitude broke his heart . " I'll make you something when you're hungry , " Ethan murmured , adding another piece of meat to Callie's plate , but Callie was already stuffed . She wiped her mouth and ran off to unwrap more gifts . Faith helped clear the table out of politeness , and Ethan helped out . Several times , he was on the verge of speaking . Only after Faith had washed the dishes did he muster the courage to speak to her . " Faith , give me another chance . I love you . I wasn't aware of my feelings at first ; I shouldn't have hurt you . " He stood in Faith's path , his eyes nearly burning a hole in her. " Faith , give me a chance to win you back . " Faith stared into his eyes with a light frown . " I'm sorry , but I can't . " She turned him down decisively . " Why ? I'm being sincere , " Ethan said in agitation . He grabbed her arm , but seeing her frown , he quickly let go . " I'm sorry . Did I hurt you ? " ર " Because love can grow cold . I'm unlike Callie . She's always longed for your love , and as long as you love her , she'll love you back twice as much , " Faith said . She stared at the happy Callie in the living room with a hint of relief , but her eyes soon turned cold again . " My love for you has long since died . If you truly feel guilty and wish to make amends , be good to Callie from now on . " Faith walked past him and left the kitchen . Ethan stood there , stunned . He closed his eyes to hold back the tears . " Callie , when are we going home ? " Faith rubbed her sore eyes and walked over to Callie . Hearing this , Callie stood up , holding a purple doll , and looked at Ethan . " Uncle Ethan , can I take this with me ? I really like this doll " Her tone was still cautious . Chapter 17 2/2 Ethan took a deep breath and tried to suppress the bitterness in his heart . He walked out of the kitchen . " Take it if you like it . All these are for you , Callie . " " Thank you , Uncle Ethan . " " Callie , can you call me Dad ? " Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!