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.

at home in a while," Aaron said casually. "See if this

froze, eyeing him suspiciously.

like she'd just insulted

"This girl was seriously

write down anything you're missing, and we'll grab it later."

her room, Aaron stood there wondering if he should dock his assistant's bonus for being too thorough in prepping everything. -something I hadn't

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

Chapter 855

tools-the works. Not using them would feel like

we should start calling you Dr. Beauty instead," I teased, then frowned. "Wait a second... that's not your

Uncle Aaron's," she said, explaining the situation quickly. "And don't get the

still welcome," Hayden cut in, smirking from beside

shot back. "But if I come, I'm sharing a bed with your wife. Don't throw a fit about

grinned. "If Aaron lets you

It had been too long since

I shifted to a more serious topic. "So, when can