Chapter 145

Janice pursed her lips and replied, "Okay."

This was their first time grocery shopping together. "What dishes can you make?" Edward asked.

Janice thought for a moment before answering, "I can make most things."

"What cuisines do you know?"

"Not Coribean food," Janice admitted, her gaze dropping slightly.

Over the past six or seven years, she had learned a variety of cuisines to accommodate Simon's picky eating habits. At this point, she felt confident enough to pass a chef's certification exam.

Edward quickly picked up on her unspoken thoughts. Without a word, he guided her through the aisles, filling their cart with an assortment of meats, fruits, and vegetables.

At the checkout counter, he told Janice to step outside while he paid.

Meanwhile, the driver came over to help with the bags.

As Janice casually tucked her hand into her coat pocket, Edward gently took it out and held it in his own.

"You should get used to this," he said nonchalantly.

of holding

of the strategy to keep up appearances in front of the Moore family's

together and intertwined

at Edward's

the driver unloaded the

he your new

were trying to keep up appearances in the car, so I thought it'd be easier

then began sorting through

apron?"

moved the groceries into the kitchen and began to prep. After a moment, he said, "I'll cook today.

to

on tying his apron and then moved on to wash the vegetables. "Having you here with

heart skip a beat. She

a serious tone. "All you need to do is relax and wait for the meal. There's no rule that says a woman has to cook." Janice tried to suppress the flutter in her chest. "Are you sure you can handle it?" She couldn't help but worry with Robert and Barbara coming over. What if the meal didn't turn

her a teasing smile. "Are you doubting my

ahead, then!" Janice responded, staying close

and skilled in the kitchen, so whatever Edward needed, she had it ready in

atmosphere comfortable, and Edward couldn't help but glance at her more than

I'll get started here. There's bound to

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