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.

have something to say, say it. If

then decided not to ask, “Are you acting

have enough to spend?” After

Chris and Lena, but he accidentally touched a nerve.Books Chapters Are Daily Updated Join & Stay Updated For All Books

do you keep worrying?! What’s there not to

side of the bed today?” Zuko

bother calling me!” With

was very puzzled, looking at the dark

remained seated in the courtyard, wearing a thin shirt, her gaze fixed on

a

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

strawberry, a soft chuckle

him quietly, not reaching

though it’s not strawberry season, they’re still… pretty delicious,” Chris grinned. “Want to give it

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