Flora’s Guide to a Second Chance at Love and Life

Connor chuckled, his deep laugh crackling through the phone, sending shivers down Flora's spine.

No wonder he was her man! Even his voice was irresistible.

"Hang tight, I'm coming to get you," he said.

"Okay," she replied, ending the call with a smile.

Her colleagues couldn't help but gather around, their curiosity getting the better of them.

"Flora, you and your fiancé are so in love," one of them commented.

They had seen it all-the way Flora's face lit up like a girl head-over-heels in love. But they also couldn't help but feel a bit sorry for Shawn, the quiet guy who had finally found someone he liked, only to find out she was already taken.

Half an hour later, Connor's car rolled up outside the lab. Flora climbed in, her backpack slung over her shoulder. Connor took it from her and handed her a cup of her favorite tea latte. "Your favorite, half sweet," he said.

drink felt comforting in her hands, making Flora so happy she leaned over

Mr. Connor is so thoughtful,"

be engrossed in

dishes: sweet and sour pork ribs, braised fish, and

their villa, Connor

the kitchen. After her shower, Flora, now in her cozy

table.

walked to the kitchen. "Connor, open wide," she

looked at her, a smile playing on his lips. Flora blinked and held a grape to

mouth, laughing.

some, come get it," she challenged, holding another grape between

Loosening his collar, he leaned down, his lips meeting

kitchen, her clothes slightly rumpled and a blush on her

was a tease, but