Love Burned, She Rose Unscathed

"Really?" Roseanne couldn't believe her ears.

"Yeah," Owen confirmed with a nod.

Taking a deep breath, she sighed, "Thank you. I feel much better now."

Seeing her quickly adjust her mood, Owen felt more at ease.

Owen asked, "Are you hungry? There's this amazing BBQ place nearby."

Roseanne thought for a minute but didn't refuse.

The place was known for its barbecued ribs. But knowing Owen wasn't much for spicy food, they opted for something light.

The fiery side of the grill bubbled and steamed, looking incredibly appetizing.

Roseanne was still down, but the lively atmosphere around them helped lift her spirits.

The ribs were tender and delicious, the vegetables fresh and vibrant. Even without much of an appetite initially, the sight and smell of the food were enough to make anyone hungry.

inside, it was warm and cozy. The hum of conversation from

eating, his movements slow and deliberate. It seemed he wasn't

been there for her during a dark, rainy night before, in his quiet, unassuming

I didn't know how I would have managed alone if you hadn't been there. To me, what happened earlier was like a nightmare." Even though she told herself not to

and couldn't help but smile. "I'm so glad you were there, like a knight in

how you use that phrase," Owen

voice again. "You're stronger

it to comfort her. He truly believed she

seeing something new, then laughed, "Your glasses

up from the steam, making him

and wiped them with

her eye, Roseanne rested her chin on her hand, "So, BBQ places

not that I dislike them.

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the meals they'd shared at her place. Owen had never shown a preference