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.

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

was over

it

...

arrived at

before finishing his work the day before and was determined to make it

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

And then-

get here? Isn't it Sunday? We agreed to take

was a mix of

the workbench, simply lifted his gaze, "So, you didn't finish your data

was caught

This was bad.

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

in his

you. Who doesn't love a good pretzel, right?

Owen just stared...

collapse from exhaustion and

office, he overheard him

sweet... Two portions... Deliver them to