Chasing His Kickass Luna Back by Jane Above Story

Chapter 53

#Chapter 53: A Mess To Clean
Abby

The sun’s barely peeking over the h o rizon as I pull open the door to the restaurant.

I can already feel the hustle of a new day, the potential for a fresh start. Walking in, I expect the familiar

comfort of an empty space, but I’m met instead with Ethan’s brooding form. His jaw is set tight, his

brow furrowed.

He doesn’t look up as I approach.

“Morning,” I greet cautiously, sensing the tension in the air.

He sighs heavily. “Abby… What the hell happened here last night?”

Confused, I follow his gaze. The kitchen. Oh no. My heart ski ps a beat as memories of last night flood

back. The cooking. The laughter. The… moment with Karl.

“What do you mean?” I manage to ask, feigning ignorance.

Ethan’s eyes fix on me, and I can see his irritation. “I’ll show you.” Without waiting for a reply, he leads

me into the disaster zone that is the kitchen.

Every counter is smeared with remnants of our late-night feast. Pots and pans are sc at tered

everywhere, some still containing leftover food. The sight makes my stomach churn with guilt. How

could I have been so careless?

I feel the heat rise to my cheeks. “I… I was working late last night. Got hungry and…” I trail off, trying to

find a good excuse, but words fail me.

Ethan just raises an eyebrow, his expression demanding more.

“And… I forgot to clean up,” I finish lamely, avoiding his gaze.

A beat of silence. Then, “Forgot?” His tone is sharp, filled with disbelief.

My mind races. If he even catches a hint of what transpired with Karl, rumors would spread like wildfire,

jeopardizing not only my reputation but potentially the restaurant’s as well.

“I was exhausted,” I murmur.

His eyes scan the kitchen, lingering on a particular spot on the counter, and my heart races. That’s

and I… No. I shake my head m entally. Now’s

deep breath, I roll up my sleeves. “I’ll clean

“Just… be more

idea, I think grimly. But all I say is,

the literal one

counters, my mind can’t

To Karl.

I clean, every dish I wash, feels like an echo of his

his laughter, the touch of his

need to stop this. Last night was a mistake. An indiscretion borne out of nostalgia and

I shouldn’t be thinking about him like

try to erase not just the stains of food but the

confusion. The longing.

as I’m lost in my thoughts, cleaning up my mess

and

sort out my emotions.

counter, the same one where Karl and I

the feelings raw. But this is

I push away from the counter, reminding myself of my responsibilities,

restaurant, and the promises I made to

day, and I need to focus on the present, not

…

half-drawn blinds, casting soft golden

monthly earnings. There’s a particular

hum of activity outside my office gently

knock,

out, expecting to see Ethan

reveal a tall, commanding figure that

sharp charcoal suit, with an air of

He extends a hand, introducing himself. “You’re

restaurant?”

my brow. I wasn’t expecting any health inspectors today. “Yes,” I reply

man smiles. “I’m Calvin

shake his offered hand, slightly

we had an appointment. How

begins, “I represent the Alpha Gathering Committee. I understand

a surprise, but your

where deals are

meals and fine

go on that date with Karl, since

why a representative from the

modest office.

steady, “Among countless establishments in this

you are among the four finalists we’re considering

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