Boomerang Love

Chapter 47

Observing Naomi’s retreating figure, Brendan’s countenance gradually darkened.

He was keenly aware that this wasn’t the Naomi he was familiar with and that something was weighing on her mind. An underlying tension lingered beneath her smiles and warmth.

When Naomi returned from the guest room, Brendan was already lounging on the bed after his shower. Pulling out a chair by the desk, Naomi remarked, “I still have some case files to review. You should rest first.”

Setting aside the book he held, Brendan scrutinized her and inquired, “So, you’re not in the mood to do it today?”

Despite six hours passing by since the afternoon, Naomi hadn’t engaged in her usual banter. Normally, she would weave in playful remarks and tease him whenever she could.

Anticipating Naomi’s usual lines, Brendan found himself surprised as she disclosed her need to review some case files.

and responded, “Who dwells on such matters daily? We have more pressing issues

in the case files she held, she paid minimal

and approached her. Gently pinching her

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Brendan’s wrist and chucked, “I’m cutting you some slack today. But you’re missing my usual teasing, aren’t you?” she

finish her sentence, Brendan held her face and lifted

by his action. After she regained her balance, she teased, “It seems like you’re really in the mood for

“Naomi, stop

his statement, Naomi snorted. Just because she hadn’t said much today,

Brendan’s determined gaze, Naomi hissed, “Do I

expression darkened, and he pinched her face once

“I saw you when I was out discussing work matters

brief statement, she avoided delving into specifics.

understood what she meant. He knew she had

Chapter 47

and his earlier aggression dissipated. He explained, “I owe her a favor. I

that before.”

have the right to be upset and the right not to feign a