Love Burned, She Rose Unscathed

Chapter 676

At that moment, Roseanne's attention was stolen by something on another shelf, completely oblivious to the silent duel that had just occurred between the two men.

Owen Reynolds, having just paid for his purchases, turned around to see Roseanne gazing in awe at a fondant cake displayed in the showcase.

It was a majestic five-tiered creation, each tier adorned with figurines.

"Like it?" he inquired.

"It's beautiful," Roseanne nodded, her eyes scanning the intricate details, "so meticulously crafted." Then, pointing at the second tier, she teased, "Professor, doesn't that figure with glasses and a furrowed brow resemble you?"

Owen Reynolds studied the cake figure for a moment before responding seriously, "Not at all. When do I ever furrow my brow?"

"Could it be you furrow your brow without realizing? Like right now, for instance."

Caught off guard, Owen resembled a child who had just been found out, his expression a mix of embarrassment and guilt.

Roseanne couldn't help but laugh. "Professor, you're too cute."

No sooner had the trio stepped out of the cake shop than Owen's phone rang.

"Hello, Mom?"

home," came

"What happened?"

talk when you get

"...Alright."

tug of worry for his family. "Sorry,

understanding when Corley's

Reynolds and I are both in a bind. But before that, I

both take care of your things!

hesitated, wanting to

"Honestly, it's fine. It's just a

under Roseanne's urging, both men

breathed a sigh of

Finally, they were gone.

exhausting

not

Too draining.

...

emergency awaited. But upon arrival, he found everything peaceful, no sign of