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.

feeling embarrassed under his puzzled gaze. "Quick, take a seat. Don't make me feel

Nina closing the kitchen door behind her, prohibiting his entry. Watching

sat at

fingers tapped on the table, and at the slightest sound

the dim light, Nash's deep eyes gazed at Nina as she

and solemn professional attire. Instead, she had on a white sweater and loose pants. Her fair skin seemed to glow under the white sweater, and her lips were

appearance. He noticed that Nina looked

two of them. After arranging the food, she

wine," Nina

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

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