Chapter 31

On her way home from work, Leanne’s mind replayed the icy stare Curtis had given her that morning. She debated whether to apologize. After all, her words had been sharp.

But then, she remembered the deeper cuts he’d made, never once offering an apology for his stinging remarks.

“Forget it. It’s all gone. Apologize.” She thought inside.

With only a month left, she didn’t want to leave a legacy of awkwardness and silent

battles.

In matters of the heart, the one who loved more was often the one to compromise.

In the end, Leanne’s internal struggle was for naught. By eight o’clock, Curtis was still a no-show.

Recently, Laura had toned down her efforts, halving the portions, leaving Leanne to dine. alone in a spread fit for a dinner party, making her wonder why she was scrimping more than a hired help.

However, Laura was proactive, having witnessed the sparks flying between Leanne and Curtis the night before. Something might have happened if Leanne hadn’t received the abrupt call from the hospital.

Later, Jake had called to say Leanne had caught a cold, and Curtis had rushed to the hospital with a warm coat early in the morning.

the couple’s hot-and-cold relationship, she knew spats and make-up were part

offered, “Shall I ring Mr. Curtis

home for dinner?”

Laura eagerly dialed the number. But her smile faded with the

her meal. “If he’s not coming, let him be.”

cat appeared from nowhere, leaping onto Leanne’s lap,

Leanne couldn’t resist.

had been cooped up for days, she allowed

the cat as she ate, picking at the dishes Laura had prepared, like

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to resemble a classical garden,

at every step.

deep into autumn, even the evergreen trees

the restaurant manager stood gracefully at the table, her movements elegant as she served drinks

manager shivered when Curtis entered,

his coat as he casually took a seat. The restaurant manager presented him

you need from me?” Curtis

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