Chapter 1012

After finishing the sweet and sour ribs, Chloe didn't hold back her praise. "Mr. Connor, your cooking is honestly incredible."

Connor's lips curled into a small smile. "You're too kind."

"Here, try this one too." He slid another dish her way.

Chloe thought every single dish was delicious. Normally, she wasn't much of a talker during meals. But tonight, after every bite, she found herself blurting out, "Wow, this is so good. Seriously, it's amazing."

Connor finally looked genuinely satisfied. "If you like it, have some more."

The two kids were eating with even more excitement than usual. Aaron looked up, beaming. "Uncle Connor, this is the best food I've ever had!"

Connor laughed and ruffled his hair.

Before long, every last dish on the table was wiped clean. Even the sauce from the ribs was scooped up by the kids, who mixed it with their rice and finished every drop. Tim and Aaron both had extra helpings, and after stuffing themselves, they darted off to the playroom to keep playing.

was full, too, and for the first time, she really understood the magic of a good meal. She'd always thought Lucas's cooking was pretty good, but there was

the oddest feeling that these flavors weren't new to her. It was as if she'd tasted them before. Somewhere deep inside, a memory was starting to

asked, "Mr. Connor, have I ever

to freeze for a second. He clearly

he said, "Yes. Quite

my husband and I used to visit your place

in his eyes dimming a little. He'd never felt so tom. He wanted to just lay everything out for her,

might

handle the truth all at once What if she couldn't accept it? What if she ran away, or started

right on the edge of a cliff. He wanted to take it slow, to gently find his way

Even if she believed him, without her memories, she'd still be unsure. After all, Lucas was her family now. And him? He was just

she'd trust

made

I only

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