Love Burned, She Rose Unscathed

Chapter 459

Chapter 459

"Look, the key to winning her heart is all in the details. You've got to show her you care, you know? It's not just about asking how her day was or sending a 'goodnight' text. It's about being there, showing up with her favorite comfort food when she's had a tough day, surprising her with thoughtful gifts, not just on holidays but whenever. Be her rock, man." "That's how she'll know you're the real deal. Then, she'll be able to let go of any doubts and truly fall into your arms, trust me."

"Got it?"

Owen couldn't help but agree.

Except for one little thing.

The whole idea of a dramatic 'fall into the arms' move or stealing a kiss just didn't sit right with him.

Too risky, too forced.

It felt disrespectful, not romantic.

Respect was key.

Yet, in his dreams, he'd thrown all respect out the window, doing exactly those things he despised.

Even asking, "Anne, do you like it?" in a moment of madness.

a guilty child caught stealing cookies. Eventually, he calmed down, got out of bed, and

he was over

it

...

at

his work the day before and was determined to make it up before Owen

wouldn't oversleep, he set three alarms, waking up before dawn

And then-

We agreed to take the weekend off. What are you doing

tone was a mix of surprise

his gaze, "So, you

caught off

This was bad.

I swear, you're too much. You could give pretzels a run for their money with how twisted you get." Owen just hummed in response, "I've already finished two

his tracks,

flashing a grin, "Ah, c'mon, I was just messing with you. Who doesn't love a good pretzel, right? Twisted in all the right

Owen just stared...

Stoddard was about to collapse from exhaustion and decided

he overheard him

portions... Deliver them to the lab