“I thought you were going to cook for me,” Brandon grumbled, pursing his lips, feeling somewhat deceived.

“I’m still a bit scared to be alone after watching that horror movie!” Natalie pouted, clinging to his arm like a spoiled child.

Brandon relented, boiling water for the pasta, cutting the tomatoes, and preparing the sauce. Before he realized it, the entire meal was cooked, and he found himself plating the spaghetti. Why was he so compliant? Perhaps it was because Natalie had been exceptionally affectionate and adorable today. And he found himself enjoying it.

After finishing their meal, Natalie headed to the kitchen to wash the dishes. Brandon followed her, puzzled by her actions.

Brandon: “What’re you doing? Just put them in the dishwasher.”

Natalie continued washing the dishes while explaining her reasoning.

Natalie: “You don’t remember, do you? Back then, we didn’t have a dishwasher, so we used to divide the work. One person cooked while the other washed the dishes. Since you cooked dinner for us, it’s only fair that I wash the dishes.”

Once she finished cleaning the dishes, Natalie dried them and placed them in the cupboard. When she turned around, she noticed Brandon silently staring at her. It was then that Natalie realized she had said something wrong.

Brandon: “Do you miss the old days?”

but her eyes betrayed her

“You’re right in front of me. Why would I

her and rested his head on her

sorry. I can tell that you were happier with the old me. I can’t

seriousness of the situation, she restrained herself from laughing. When did he become this

and asked, “So, what horror movie were you

froze, caught off guard

“Oh, well… It was… um… ‘Mary

on the TV and started playing the movie, casually unbuttoning two shirt buttons. Seeing Natalie still standing, he

won’t feel scared now that I’m here

cursed herself for

“What’s wrong?” he asked when she didn’t

on. The

her to break into a cold sweat. She couldn’t recall the last

wrapped his arm around her shoulders. Grateful for his comforting gesture, Natalie felt slightly less scared as she listened to his heartbeat. She covered her mouth, secretly amused by how fast his heart was

asked, “Did you see that? I thought

the

Natalie: “What?! No!”

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