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...

some air," she said abruptly,

mood and excused himself

on social media for its quaint charm, was adorned with string lights that created a magical

turned around irritably, "How long are you going to follow me?

moment before lifting his gaze, "Liz,

flickered, "What do

after work these days. When would you

you trying to say?" Her voice rose,

person, and shouldn't...

voice breaking slightly, "You think I

my thesis over something that hurts others and

Sammy said, his gaze intense as if trying

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

Seeing her defensive stance,