Chapter 23

Chapter 23:

The realization sent a sharp ache through her heart, prompting her to wriggle desperately, trying to escape his hold.

“Let me go! I can walk on my own!” she asserted defiantly, her voice laced with frustration.

Her vigorous struggle irked Noah, and in response, he tightened his grip, his resolve firm.

“And risk you hurting your foot again?” He chided her softly, his voice a blend of reprimand and tenderness.

Sadie’s resistance faded; she reluctantly ceased her efforts and settled down.

Noah’s gaze softened as he looked upon her calm, delicate features, stirring a storm of emotions within him.

He carefully lowered her onto the sofa, his movements tender and deliberate, and he knelt to examine her swollen ankle.

precise, brushed against her skin

settling on

Noah were few and far

within her heart. Once Noah confirmed her ankle was fine, he carefully placed her feet on the sofa and draped a

you? I’ll whip up some clam chowder to fill you up,” he offered, his voice

warmth fluttered through Sadie’s chest. She raised her eyes to meet his, her gaze lingering on his

the words could leave her lips, Noah said firmly,

a world of

She watched as Noah rolled up his sleeves, exposing

chopped ingredients was pure

couldn’t make sense of him. They were on the brink of divorce; why then did Noah continue to perform these thoughtful, intimate acts that only fueled her

could delve too deep into her thoughts, Noah returned, setting a steaming bowl of clam chowder before her with a gesture that suggested she enjoy it while it

Sadie, it was more of an assault than a comfort, making her stomach twist in revolt. She

furrowed in concern. “What’s wrong?” he asked, his voice laced

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