Abby worried that Spencer was overacting.

It was fine to talk, laugh, and share a meal, but she wasn't comfortable with physical contact. It wasn't because of Evan-it was because of Victoria.

To Abby, Spencer belonged to Victoria. She called Victoria "sister," which made Spencer feel like family-her brother-in-law.

"I'll wait for you to get off work," Evan said gently. "Abby, are you done? Are you hungry? Let me treat you to a midnight snack." He wasn't about to let Spencer take that role.

If anyone was treating Abby, it would be Evan.

Before Abby could answer, Spencer jumped in. "Since Mr. York is offering, let's give him the chance. We're all hungry anyway."

He made it clear-Evan wasn't just treating Abby. He was treating Spencer and his secretary too. Spencer was determined to be a third wheel.

Evan chuckled. "Alright, midnight snack for everyone."

he asked

responded, "Brother Spencer said he was hungry, so

won't argue. Abby, follow

hand as they got closer. Picking up a bouquet from the coffee table, he handed it

the flowers, then at the gifts piled on the table. She frowned, "Evan, you don't need to bring so much every time you visit. I

you like. They're my way of showing I care.

the bouquet. "I'll take

the bouquet gave Evan

last time, he had eaten so many chili peppers just to impress her and ended up

for the expensive gifts-those she wouldn't

an entire room. And jewelry? Her family adored her constantly showering her with pieces more valuable than anything Evan could offer. Her grandmother's ruby set

"Abby..."

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