Bye-Bye Jerk, Hello Mr. Right by Rosie Steppe

Chapter 855

There had been a time when Lena had unconsciously pushed Aaron to the back of her mind.

As she unpacked in her room, the evidence of his meticulous care was everywhere. From the bathroom to the closet, every detail was already handled. Her personal essentials? Perfectly stocked. When she was younger, being with Aaron meant she never had to think or plan-he always had it covered. Apparently, nothing had changed.

When Lena stepped out, the dining table was set with a spread that looked straight out of a food magazine.

"Uncle Aaron, don't tell me these are pre-made meals," she said, narrowing her eyes in disbelief.

It had only been a short while since they'd arrived, yet he somehow managed to have everything ready.

"For your first meal here? No chance. Come try it," Aaron replied, already sitting down.

What Lena didn't know was that he'd started prepping before picking her up-soup simmering, ingredients chopped, everything ready to finish when they got back. peppers with

asparagus, roasted

The table held honey-glazed pork ribs, sautéed red eggplant with herbs, and a crisp green salad. Every dish was something Lena loved.

you haven't eaten at home in a while," Aaron

froze, eyeing him suspiciously. "Wait, my mom

like she'd just insulted

"This girl was

table but Aaron stopped her. "No need. Just write down anything you're missing, and we'll grab it

stood there wondering if he should dock his assistant's bonus for

I video-called Lena, she answered with a face mask on- before. Naturally, I couldn't resist. "Wow, Dr. Lane, feeling fancy today?" "Why not?" she

Chapter 855

tools-the works. Not using them would feel

instead," I teased, then frowned. "Wait a second... that's not your

the wrong idea. If Hayden hadn't

back, you're still welcome,"

sharing a bed with your wife. Don't

"If Aaron lets you leave,

chuckled. It had been too long since we all laughed like

to a more serious topic. "So, when can I be discharged?"