S2 81. On the Cloud Nine

“By the way, what do we have for breakfast?” Barbara asked awkwardly.

Philip’s heart tingled knowing that she was shy. After putting the glass on the table, he sat next to Barbara. “Are you hungry?”

Barbara swallowed hard. Philip’s tone was too teasing.

“Not really. It’s just that there are no servants here, and I’ve never cooked before. If we want to prepare breakfast, shouldn’t we start cooking earlier?”

“So, you want to cook for me?”

Barbara looked around, trying to suppress her nervousness. But apparently, she was getting more and more flustered. The silence seemed to remind her that there were only the two of them there.

“Y-yes, but you have to be patient. The results may not be tasty.”

Hearing Barbara stammer, Philip felt even more amused. “I don’t mind if your cooking isn’t delicious, but unfortunately… there’s nothing in the refrigerator.”

Barbara’s eyes widened. Her mouth gasped. “Then, should we just order food delivery?”

Suddenly, Philip shifted closer. Barbara’s back suddenly became straighter.

“To be honest,” Philip whispered, “I’m already hungry. I’m used to having breakfast early. If I could, I’d eat now.”

Barbara glanced briefly. Catching Philip’s gentle gaze, her cheeks turned red. “Then what should we do?”

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Philip smiled faintly. Slowly, he moved closer to Barbara. “I don’t know what we should do either. Do you have a solution?”

Barbara swallowed hard. Her lips started to tremble. “I-I….”

“Should we take a shower now?”

Barbara’s eyes widened even more. “Take a shower?”

Philip nodded innocently. “To be fresher. Your brother and his wife always do that. They take a shower first before-”

“We’re not married, Philip. We’re not husband and wife.”

“Before breakfast,” Philip finished his sentence in a low tone. After a blink, he furrowed his brows. “I was planning to take you to eat at the 24-hour cafe across the street. As far as I know, the place is quiet and good for privacy. What are you thinking?”

Barbara was stunned. “Oh, I thought….”.

Her face was like a boiled crab. Unable to hold back the turmoil in her chest, she got up from the couch. “Well then, let’s meet in 30 minutes. I’ll get prepared.”

However, just as she was about to take a step, Philip grabbed her wrist. Her heart instantly skipped a beat.

you want?” Barbara’s vocal

up and cupped her cheek. The girl

helpless.

for me. I always dreamed of living here with the person I love. You have made that happen. Thank

Her heart felt light, as if

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her hand, she felt like she was the happiest

world.

in this apartment. Every morning, I will be greeted by your face. Every night, I can

filled with tears. “You

proposal ring in his pocket. However, the roses and tuxedo

forward

how to answer. Feeling exasperated, Philip kissed her forehead.

some self-control. After that, let’s go have

stiff movements, she returned to her room. Philip couldn’t look away at all until the door blocked his

use?” he sighed as he

his eyes.

read the incoming mes the curve of his lips stretched perfectly.

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wore was simple, but beautiful. She was

hand bag. Her cosmetics, mirror, perfume, and other equipment were put in there. However, when she reached for her phone,

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comments she received last night had come back to her mind. About Barbara who was selfish and greedy. About a disobedient daughter who didn’t deserve to have fun

suffered.

I continue with

moved down. Her gaze hung. At that moment, the words of

Auntie. You

this alone.

complicated. We will all be

slowly. Philip’s promises flashed through her mind. Little by little, her face lifted

to

phone. After a brief silence, she put

can’t make Philip wait

lungs with courage, she stepped out with

back. However, as soon as she left

stunned. Louis and Emily’s bright smiles

“Auntie!”

toddlers ran and hugged her.

are you, Auntie? Are you

you,

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Frank and Kara waved at her.

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