Chapter 183



The apron actually belonged to Chloe. She had bought it during a time when she whimsically decided to dive into cooking. But she never actually set foot in the kitchen. Instead, the apron naturally found its way onto Connor.

Since it was a ladies' apron, it was a bit small on Connor. His tall, lean figure, paired with the teddy bear apron, seemed almost comical. Still, she couldn't deny that, at this moment, he looked incredibly handsome. The evening sunlight streamed in through the window, filtering through a maple tree just outside. The dappled light danced on his body like ripples on water. His profile seemed bathed in light as if dusted with a layer of fine gold.

He was focused, and his movements while chopping vegetables were calm and elegant. It was as if he wasn't just cooking but creating a piece of art. Chloe leaned against the door, a small smile playing on her lips, enjoying the delightful sight.

Connor sensed her presence and turned around. He saw Chloe staring at him with affection.

"Awake?"

"Mhm."

need a few minutes, and dinner will be ready soon. I've made

think you're the more delicious meal." Connor's gaze suddenly ddarkened, but his ears quickly turned a shade

with a chuckle and raising her hands in mock surrender.

seemingly fully recovered. But Connor still felt a pang of discomfort in his heart. He realized she had been through so much and harbored so many things within. She always healed herself when

knew why he

had

and was probably apologizing for his

confrontations with Lucas tent

me. It was

hadn't truly opened up to him. Yet, given their unique relationship and his inability to offer her a future,

find someone," Chloe suddenly

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