The Sweet Rival (Mango Shen and Nathaniel Ye) novel Chapter 761

Walter was so happy that Sophia had recovered that he ignored Mango and Nathaniel's presence.

He brought Sophia to the car in a hurry, while holding her hand the whole time, until Sophia suddenly stopped in her tracks.

"Mango, are you free tomorrow? Come over to my home. I'll cook something delicious for you! I want to thank you."

Sophia was especially gentle to Mango.

Walter suddenly recalled what Nathaniel had said just now. He finally understood what he meant now.

As he looked at Nathaniel's fierce expression, he couldn't help but snicker and say, "Yeah, my mother's cooking is awesome. I haven't tasted it for a long time. Mango, you should come."

"I..."

"Mango isn't free. We have something to do tomorrow. I'm sorry. Maybe next time."

Nathaniel said quickly before Mango could open her mouth.

Mango paused for a moment before smiling, "That's right, Auntie. I really do have something to do tomorrow. I'll come some other day."

"Well, alright, then. I'll cook for you next time. You can't refuse again, alright?"

Sophia smiled as she pulled Walter towards the car.

Nathaniel heaved a sigh of relief when they finally left.

"He's exactly like his mother! Walter had just stopped bothering you, and now it's his mother's turn? Mango, you should stay away from them in the future. I'm afraid that I would lose my wife if I'm not careful."

Nathaniel's words caused Mango to burst into laughter.

"Do you really have to be this dramatic? Aunt Sophia just wants to thank me."

"I don't think so! Come on, let's go home. Weren't you at the Hans family's house? Why did you come out?"

Nathaniel's anger rose as he spoke.

Mango explained hurriedly, "There was nothing I could do. Novalee came looking for me. What was I supposed to do? I can't possibly be a coward and refuse to meet her, right?"

"Even if you're a coward, no one would blame you."

"Nathan, we are the one that owe Walter."

Mango's words instantly shut Nathaniel's mouth.

If it weren't because they owed Walter, he wouldn't have treated him so nicely all this time. Not to mention that he would never allow Mango to be in such danger too.

Mango knew that Nathaniel had let go of the grudge against Walter.

She took Nathaniel's arm with a smile and said, "I want to tell you something."

"I can't take any more surprises."

"No, no. It isn't another surprise."

Mango said with a smile, "I signed up for the world car design competition. The preliminary round is a month later."

"When did you have the time to do that?"

Nathaniel was a little surprised.

To him, things like today's events could really affect his mood easily. If possible, he hoped that Mango could avoid and stay far away from them. It would be best if she didn't get involved in them for the rest of her life.

Now, when he heard that Mango had participated in a design competition, Nathaniel's heart felt much more at ease.

Mango smiled and said, "This afternoon, my uncle reminded me about it, and I wanted to win a prize too. Otherwise, how could I face the children? Their daddy is so capable, and I'm the one who's lying around all day."

"I don't mind you lying around."

"I know, but I just don't want to rely on you that much. I want to live my life."

Mango was so confident that Nathaniel couldn't help but be attracted by her.

Nathaniel realized that once the topic of design was brought up, Mango would perk up instantly like a star.

Maybe he really shouldn't be so selfish to keep Mango all to himself. He should give her the chance to showcase her capabilities to the world.

She deserved to be in the limelight and to receive praise and applause from others.

It was time for her to shine on her own.

"That sounds good, so you'll be concentrating on your work this month?"

"I guess so. I still have to work on the design. I don't want to be eliminated in the preliminary round. You'll support me, right? Since I can't help out with the affairs of the Ye Family now. It's better for me to focus on my work than to worry about you. You won't blame me, will you?"

As he heard Mango's words, Nathaniel brushed her nose lovingly.

"What are you talking about? Of course I would support you. The matters in the Ye Family wouldn't be settled that easily. I might get very busy during this period and might not have time to accompany you. I was worried that you would be bored too. Now that you have something to keep you busy, I can focus on the Ye Family's matters too. If you have anything that you're not sure of or can't figure out, you could come to me any time. I would be happy to help."

Nathaniel's words made Mango very happy.

"Alright, but when the time comes, Mr. Ye better not be busy."

"No, I won't."

They talked for a bit, when Mango suddenly remembered if Nathaniel had had his dinner yet.

"Have you eaten yet?"

"Nope. You?"

"No, let's go eat something together."

It was Mango who suggested this, as she had completely forgotten that she had asked Mateo to leave some food for her.

"Okay, where do you want to go?"

Right now, even if Mango had asked him to bring her the moon, Nathaniel would probably agree.

"Anywhere is fine. With you, the food would be tasty no matter what."

"It seems like someone is trying to flatter me."

Nathaniel said proudly.

"Yeah, right... I'm trying to flatter you. It's my treat, alright?"

Mango did not deny. Soon, they arrived at a diner and went in hand in hand.

The diner was packed with locals. There was no live music, nor was there a quiet dining environment. However, Mango and Nathaniel were as happy as ever.

The two of them found a seat by the window and sat down.

Soon, the waiter came over and handed them a menu.

"Good evening sir, madam. May I take your order?"

"Okay, we'll have a look first and call for you later."

Mango said with a smile, and then handed the menu to Nathaniel.

"You order. It's my treat tonight."