Love Burned, She Rose Unscathed

Under his influence, Roseanne found herself becoming significantly more productive.

By mid-morning, they had breezed through two sets of problems.

While reviewing her work, Carlisle was astonished to see Roseanne had achieved a staggering 95% accuracy rate on both sets.

Hearing Roseanne had only recently picked up her studies again after a three-year hiatus made her performance all the more impressive. No wonder Madeleine held her in such high regard. Oblivious to Carlisle's thoughts, Roseanne excused herself to the restroom.

Millie saw her leave and quickly followed. "Wait up."

Roseanne turned around, unsurprised by her presence. "What's up?"

"Last night, I dropped off some oatmeal at his place, and he loved it. He ate it all." Millie couldn't help but smile, revealing dimples. "Not only that, but Murray asked me to stay the night."

"I never knew he had such a wild and irresistible side. He kept me up all night." Millie deliberately said in innuendos, her eyes fluttering shyly, embodying the image of someone thoroughly charmed and a little overwhelmed.

A pang of jealousy hit Roseanne hard, making it difficult to breathe.

whispered, leaning in close. "Regret, huh?

and said deliberately. "How do you know he hasn't done this with anyone but

as Roseanne spoke without emotion, "Maybe you're just one of many. Definitely not

expression, Roseanne walked

the last problem, Carlisle realized Roseanne's seat had been empty for a while. He was about to text her

pale face, he grew concerned. "Are you

fine, just a

Carlisle agreed, "Okay."

the afternoon,

the missed dinner opportunity, Carlisle suggested, "There's a new steakhouse nearby that's got great reviews.

mind miles away. Though it wasn't evident to others,

offer, she could only decline apologetically. "I'm sorry. I'm not feeling well

mind. "Sure, we'll plan for another

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