Chapter 208

After a day of hitting the shops, hunger had finally started to nudge her. She was the kind who didn’t fuss over table manners–comfort was her priority, and incidentally, her nonchalance often painted the most beautiful, natural picture.

Sherman glanced sideways, catching sight of her focused indulgence.

Was it really that delectable?

He speared a piece of broccoli, chewing thoughtfully.

It tasted… pretty ordinary, actually.

Bot as he watched her relish her meal, he found himself eating more than he intended.

Nearly full, Anthen waved over the server “Could we get two of your desserts, please?”

The server nodded. “Sure thing”

Sherman’s lips parted slightly. “One is enough for me, I’m stuffed.”

“Don’t worry about it, bring two.” Anthea insisted.“1 can finish them both by myself”

Sherman was speechless. He realized that she never intended to share in the first place.

desserts arrived, Anthea dove into

put it away. He had four sisters, and they all ate very little to maintain their figures, barely touching their food and steering clear of sweets altogether. This had led Sherman to believe that

was mistaken.

if they knew that their self–denial didn’t necessarily give them

pendant between his fingers. They

finished and headed to the bar to settle the bill,

thought this

a faint smile, his slender fingers tracing the cross pendant. “It doesn’t really matter who pays, but if Ms. Yeager feels compelled to return the favor,

eyebrow. “You want to play chess

Sherman nodded, “Yes.”

time on her phone–it wasn’t even 7 PM

Sherman gallantly opening the

spacious and clean, a

at the coffee shop shortly after.

well, greeted him with enthusiasm. “Mr. Christensen,

disbelief. Sherman usually came alone or with Daniel. The sight of him with a beautiful woman was unexpected–could she

the manager’s head was swirling with questions.

which was decorated with a classic elegance. An antique chess set awaited them on a side

gestured for her to sit.

herself across from him just as the manager brought some steaming

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