Love Burned, She Rose Unscathed

Chapter 273

Chapter 273

Owen could see the gratitude in her eyes- a simple but profound 'thank you."

...

At 8 PM, Owen invited everyone out for a late-night snack.

"This barbecue spot is both affordable and delicious. Roseanne, you absolutely must try their signature blazing beef skewers. I'll order a bunch for you," Jen said with enthusiasm as soon as they were seated.

Stoddard took the seat to Roseanne's left, immediately pouring her a glass of iced tea. "It's sweltering tonight, easy to get overheated. Have some tea first. Oh, and you've got to try the pickles-they're a fantastic appetizer. Want some?" Roseanne was taken aback by their sudden warmth, guessing they might feel they had wronged her and were looking to make amends, which left her in a bittersweet mood.

Liz watched the scene unfold with lips pressed tighter and tighter.

She used to be the one everyone took care of. But ever since Roseanne arrived, Liz had watched as everyone gradually shifted their attention towards her, feeling powerless to stop it...

she said abruptly,

mood and excused

quaint charm, was adorned with string lights that created

you going to follow me? Is it so

a moment before lifting his gaze, "Liz, did

do

work these days. When would you have had the time to finish that experiment, let alone

say?" Her voice rose, tinged

you're a good person, and shouldn't... do such

her voice breaking slightly, "You think I did

Why would I risk not finishing my thesis over

just don't get what you were thinking," Sammy said, his gaze intense as if

instinctively looked away, "I'm the victim here. Instead of helping me

Seeing her defensive stance,