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

Chapter 857

Connor returned home and, not finding Flora in the living room, turned to Henrik, who was lounging on the couch. "Hey, have you seen Flora?" "She's in her room, probably catching some Z's," Henrik replied.

Flora had gone upstairs over two hours ago and hadn't come down since. She'd mentioned feeling tired earlier, so Henrik figured she was just napping. "I'll go check on her," Connor said as he headed upstairs, careful not to make any noise when he opened the door, thinking Flora might be asleep.

The curtains were drawn, making the room dim. Connor tiptoed inside, only to see Flora sitting on the bed with her back to him.

So, she wasn't asleep after all.

He moved closer with a few larger strides. "Did you wake up, or have you been up the whole time?" Connor set down the bags he was carrying on a small table. "I got you the lavender shortbread you wanted. You didn't respond when I asked if you wanted anything else, so I picked up a few more snacks I think you'll like. They're really good-come on, give them a try."

Despite his words, Flora stayed silent. Connor frowned. "Flora?"

Something was definitely off.

Usually, she'd be the first to greet him when he got back.

front of her. Her

with me? Is it because I got back late? I had some stuff to deal with today, it wasn't

upset you? Or was it someone else? Just say the word, and I'll sort them out

asked patiently, but Flora kept quiet. Her silence made him

her hand, noticing how cold it

lost, and it twisted his heart with worry, though he kept his voice calm.

coming back to reality, her eyes

questions wouldn't help. Flora wasn't going to

it out

glanced at the laptop on the desk. It wasn't shut down; it seemed to have just run out

so whatever happened, it had to be recent. Someone must've sent her something upsetting. Connor reached for the laptop,

Her reaction only confirmed

at him stubbornly, refusing to

me, or I'll find

Flora kept staring.