Love Burned, She Rose Unscathed

Chapter 766

Corley gestured for her to come in, and Roseanne gently pushed the door open.

She'd always known Corley had good taste, but the meticulous attention to detail in the room completely exceeded her expectations.

The subtle scent of mint wafted through the air-her favorite-fresh and invigorating.

The room was decorated in soft, neutral tones.

The walls were painted a warm, creamy beige, and a plush shag carpet covered the hardwood floor, giving a cozy and buoyant feel underfoot.

Knowing her love for books, Corley had thoughtfully installed extra shelves along the wall. By the window, there was a comfortable reading chair.

The soft sunlight streamed through the floor-to-ceiling window, casting a warm glow on the pages... an inviting scene she could easily imagine herself in.

There was even more-a few side tables, a cozy little sofa, and a quaint coffee station.

Pulling back the curtains revealed a private balcony with views of the sky, rolling hills, woods, and meadows-a breathtaking panorama.

"Do you like it?" Corley's voice broke her reverie.

Roseanne turned to him and nodded, "Thank you, I love it."

She turned back to the window, her voice light, "This feels so magical, like something out of a fairy tale... like Cinderella finally finding her castle."

Her tone was calm, showing she was pleased but not overwhelmed.

thoughtfully. "But you're not Cinderella," he said

for a prince to save her. But not you. You're strong

"Wow, didn't know you thought so highly of me. You must be

faded, replaced by a

"Corley..."

you're going to say," he interrupted, his voice steady. "To you, I wear many hats your ex's best friend, a helpful ally, a cousin, a potential business

lips together, saying

out into the distance and continued without waiting for her response. "Some people, you meet them once, and

her, his dark

expected him to say more, but

just looked at her with an intensity that was

love," Roseanne finally said. "Relationships come in all forms. Lovers

disagreeing, just saying, "At least now, as your 'brother,' I can

if you ever need anything, don't hesitate. It's a brother's duty to be there

"Alright."

exhaled, thinking he'd accepted the role of 'brother'

she didn't see, however,

dark and deep,dike an endless whirlpool, filled with emotions he

table. "These are all your favorite dishes. Your mom told me what

Roseanne was prepared, she was still taken aback

spread out before

had said, they

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