Mrs. Lewis urged her son, “Hurry up and come home. Lily cooked you some of her best dishes. I tasted them, and they’re delicious. They’re on par with dishes by a five–star hotel chef.”
“Mom, I’m not going back for dinner. I’m not done with things yet. You and Ms. Harmon can dine together. Mom, Mr. Harmon is a guest in our house, so don’t make her cook. That’s poor hospitality.”
Mrs. Lewis frowned. “You’re not done with things yet? Even if that’s the case, you still have to eat. It’s dark now, so come home to eat first. You can continue to work after dinner.”
“Mom, I’ve eaten. I ate outside.”
Mrs. Lewis responded, “Lily made a lot of food…”
“You’re blessed with delicious food.”
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