Chapter 8
Karan and that boy named Valerio Reynolds both turned to her at the same time.
Blowing on her fingers and giving her earlobe a pinch, Seraphina then turned to Karan and apologized in a distracted manner, “Sorry, Karan, the soup was too hot and I just couldn’t hold it.”
Karan gave her a displeased side–eye and took the bowl of soup to the kitchen.
Rubbing her earlobe, Seraphina then turned to the boy opposite her. Valerio was already eating, his eyes lowered as he chewed elegantly and quietly. Seraphina hadn’t noticed before, but now she found hirm somewhat familiar. The more she looked at him, the more he reminded her of Leandro.
Karan brought out another bowl of soup and placed it before Seraphina.
“Thanks, Karan.” Seraphina kept her smile, her gaze drifting over to the boy across from her from time to time.
Karan seemed to have had enough of her, “Have you had your fill?”
“I’m just curious.” Seraphina replied, “It’s interesting that Leandro has such a big son.”
does it make you uncomfortable?” Feigning surprise, Seraphina looked at Karan, “Karan,
“You know
talking about me like this,
was already angry and put down her cutlery, grabbed Seraphina and was about to push her out, “Go, go, go! We don’t need you here! You’re still the same old Seraphina from seven years ago!” As she spoke, she dragged Seraphina to the front door, opened it and shoved her out. The shove sent Seraphina straight into the arms of the person
a familiar scent of mint mixed with tobacco. She looked up slightly and saw Leandro. He was dressed in a light camel–colored cashmere sweater, looking
his arms, he looked down at her, his deep gaze unflinching. Seraphina started laughing at
rested on
moment, Seraphina found herself standing straight. This man, was as cold and heartless as ever. Seraphina thought, but her smile was brighter than
Leandro
glared
an aggrieved face, but her sparkling eyes
son was, and Karan got angry and kicked me
at Seraphina, his gaze deep.
I knew this question was off–limits, I wouldn’t have asked. What do you think, Mr. Reynolds?”
her. He didn’t even give her another glance as he walked past her and into the house. Just as Karan was
least let me get my things before I leave!”
that, Karan glared at her and
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