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

Chapter 1157

"Hey, sis! I know yesterday was your birthday, but something came up, and I couldn't celebrate with you."

The young guy's cheeks turned a bit pink as he spoke, his eyes softening, the usual chill in them melting away whenever Flora was around.

Flora glanced at the pink gift box he held out and took it with a small smile. "Thanks."

He seemed even happier once she accepted the gift.

"How's your injury doing? All healed up?" Flora asked.

"Yeah, much better," he nodded. "Just a little sore now and then."

"Let me take a look."

After all, when you receive a gift, it's only fair to do something in return.

Flora motioned for him to roll up his sleeve, revealing a bandage with a bit of blood seeping through.

She carefully unwrapped it and saw it wasn't too bad; a couple more days of rest and he'd be fine. She rewrapped the wound and handed him a small bottle of ointment.

It's great for healing cuts and scrapes. I know some guys don't mind scars, but if you can avoid them,

he beamed, but then his eyes caught the ring

wearing a

turned twenty yesterday-Mr. Howard must be a

his sudden change in mood. She

out a packet of candy from her coat

him some candy last time, and here

just said that to be nice,

fan

feeling a bit

time, I won't

quickly reassured her, taking the candy as Flora walked away.

are all set. When do we

in his ear, snapping him back

earpiece hidden in his hair. "Hold off...

both the Riverton and Lancaster folks were around. They've left now-how long

brushing over the candy in his pocket. "We'll

the other end didn't seem thrilled with his decision but agreed