Lena looked at him, then quickly finished her salad in large bites.

Even though it was time to wash the dishes, Chris remained deep in thought. The water ran loudly, yet he just stood by the sink, his hands in the cold water. He was motionless like a puppet.

Lena came over and turned off the tap, scolding him lightly, “Do you think the water bill is cheap?”

Startled, Chris seemed to snap back to reality. When he looked at her, she was already moving away with her crutch, not seeming to care.

Chris felt a bit sad. He had never really opened up to anyone before, except Lena now. He hadn’t expected…

But if one liked someone, they should accept everything about them.

Chris sighed, grabbed a sponge, and kept washing the dishes. He cleaned the kitchen and cut some fresh fruit for Lena.

That was when Zuko called.

Upon seeing Zuko’s name on his phone, Chris’ frustration shifted to him. He answered, sounding annoyed, “Hello.”

There was a pause on Zuko’s side, probably finding this attitude strange.

Chris said sharply, “If you have something

then decided not to ask, “Are you acting crazy?” like he originally

Do you have enough to spend?” After a brief pause,

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that very mention, Chris finally exploded. “Why do you keep worrying?! What’s there not to be reassured about with me taking care of

on the wrong side of the bed

important, don’t bother calling me!” With this, Chris ended the call and switched

end, Zuko was very puzzled,

temperature dropped, making it cooler. Still, Lena remained seated in

a rare sight in the heavily

warm hands covered her with clothing from behind. She turned and saw a pair of eyes as

chuckle

him quietly, not reaching for the

season, they’re still… pretty delicious,” Chris grinned. “Want to give it a

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