Love Burned, She Rose Unscathed

Roseanne checked the fridge when she got home, noticing a good amount of groceries left from the day before. She planned a hearty meal with beef stew, barbecue fish, prime ribs, and green beans. Her deft movements in washing and chopping the food were a revelation to Carlisle, who was utterly clueless in the kitchen.

"It seems most people these days order takeout or eat out. Finding someone who prefers cooking their meals is becoming rarer," he commented.

Roseanne offered a slight smile in response. "Everyone has their way of living. I happen to enjoy cooking for myself."

Carlisle watched her bustling about, taking in the surroundings. The apartment was small but meticulously tidy and thoughtfully decorated.

A small bookshelf in the living room caught his eye, filled with professional literature, among which a physics book oddly stood out.

He thought it was a bit rude to closely examine a lady's personal space, so he stopped looking around.

Soon, dinner was ready, filling the room with delicious aromas.

Carlisle was stunned after trying the prime ribs, his eyes widening in shock. "This is amazing. You're skilled in the kitchen." Having been accustomed to the heavy flavors of fast food, he found the dishes Roseanne cooked to be a delightful surprise. "Heavenly," he thought to himself.

exaggerated expression. "If you like

He added shyly, his eyelashes fluttering, "With your cooking skills and being such a wonderful person, anyone dating you would be lucky." Before Roseanne could reply, a loud knocking

setting her fork down. "Excuse me for a moment.

Hertha began dragging her outside without a word.

on, we must go to the hospital. Murray's sick, and he needs

"We've broken up. His

what she was hearing. "Murray's got a perforated ulcer, and you're still holding a grudge till now? Do you even

didn't mean it when

he not treat you well? Living in a mansion, wearing designer clothes, picking any jewelry you

these luxuries, her envy clearly

you. All I'm asking is for you to

even, "Yes, it's too much to

bitterly. "Just remember what you've said today.