As he embraced her, Nina stiffened for a moment before setting down the pot she was cooking in and asked, "What's wrong? Dinner will be ready soon."

But Nash held her tighter, burying his face in her hair. The familiar scent eased his uneasy emotions. "Nothing, I just feel more comfortable being with you," he murmured.

Nina's gaze remained indifferent as she continued stirring the vegetables in the pot. "The kitchen is filled with smoke. It's not suitable for you."

Nash insisted, "Anywhere with you is fine."

In the past, Nina would have found this comforting, her heart filled with joy. But now, it was as if Nash's sweet words had no effect. Perhaps too many days of anticipation had made her heart numb. She did not push him away, nor did she reject him. She simply stayed quiet and kept him close.

She knew they rarely had such opportunities, and they would not have many more. Once the food was ready, she pulled Nash's hand away and turned to him with a smile. "Let's go, it's ready. I'll plate it nicely before serving."

"No need to be so particular," Nash said, not minding at all. As long as it was made by her, he would eat it all.

him out, feeling embarrassed under his puzzled

the kitchen door behind her, prohibiting his entry. Watching her busy figure and attention to detail, her

her kindness and sat at the dining table,

dim lighting, the atmosphere was set. Nash's fingers tapped on the table, and at the slightest sound from the kitchen, he looked up

deep eyes gazed at Nina as she

sweater and loose pants. Her fair skin seemed to glow under the white sweater, and her

that Nina looked even

the table. It was just home-cooked meals, three dishes and a soup, enough for the two of them. After arranging

you some red wine," Nina hurried to the

and returned with the wine, pouring it into his glass and placing it in

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