Christopher couldn’t stop frowning.

Why did Astrid come back right now? I heard she worked as a war correspondent for a few years.

Christopher typed out a reply: I’ll do my best to be a good friend to her.

Osvald: It’s up to you. I just want you to keep an eye on her. That’s it.

Christopher let out a cold snort.

 

Is he saying that I’m overthinking?

Christopher went to watch the live stream and happened to see Kathleen bringing Astrid to their rooms.

“This is your room. Nancy and I are living on this floor, so if you need any help, just let us know.” Kathleen was both gentle and thoughtful.

Astrid chuckled. “All right. This is my first time on a variety show, so I’m completely baffled. Please let me know if I do anything wrong!”

“This is my first time, too.” A smile nudged Kathleen’s lips. “We can learn together.”

“Sure,” Astrid replied cheerfully. “I worked as a war correspondent overseas previously. A year ago, a grenade splinter cut across my forehead, and I nearly lost my life. I was traumatized and ended up coming home.”

Kathleen nodded in acknowledgment.

She actually didn’t want to ask personal questions, for she knew how to respect someone else’s privacy.

Now that Astrid chose to reveal everything herself, Kathleen had to play along. “You did great.”

“If I don’t do it, someone else will,” Astrid responded. “It might be dangerous, but I think it’s a meaningful job. Compared to normal jobs, I think mine is far more significant.”

“Every job has its own significance,” Kathleen told her.

Astrid met her gaze thoughtfully. “You’re right.”

“Let’s head down to join everyone downstairs.” Kathleen smiled.

Astrid nodded and reached out to take Kathleen’s hand. “Oh, your hand is soft, unlike mine. I didn’t get to take care of my hands previously, so they are pretty rough.”

Kathleen’s lips curved. “You can start now. Your hands will be like mine soon.”

you say.” Astrid’s

of them headed down the

felt really uncomfortable after hearing Astrid’s

too! She seemed to be mocking Kathleen! But

too much into her words. She was just lamenting how hard her life used to be. I can’t believe you interpreted her

She revealed her identity outright so that Kathleen wouldn’t

with Astrid’s remarks. She wasn’t

jobs! Kathleen’s right. Every job has its own hardship. We all work our asses off

she commented how soft Kathleen’s hand was. She even said her

began arguing

the comments as his expression turned

went on

that some special guests would be coming for dinner that night and they should pay extra attention

team didn’t mention how special the guests

nervous at that

asked deliberately, “Kathleen, who do you think

shook her head.

you’d know who they are,”

calm as she replied, “Why would I know when none of

gave her a

prepare dinner alone tonight?” Nancy

hesitated for a

offered gaily. “My looks might suggest otherwise, but I’m a great cook. I have the potential

to be a good wife and mother? Is that something that is worth bragging

will be tiring if you handle everything alone. You and Kathleen should

a great cook. I shall take the opportunity to

prepare our own signature dishes for dinner,” Kathleen suggested

a pause,

you sometime later,” Kathleen assured her with a grin. “I promise I’ll teach you everything you

Astrid pursed her lips.

What an inconspicuous retort.

shot a look at

Kathleen turned around and went to the kitchen to prepare

Astrid went after her.

wide kitchen. I just

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