"Nothing like that!" Zuko's eyes flickered with a complex glint. "I'm just asking on your behalf. If you really marry Lena in the future, your dad will surely ask about it even if I don't!"

Chris paused and put down his cutlery with a frown.

Lena's expression also changed slightly. She forced herself to remain composed, ate some soup, and then placed the bowl and spoon in the sink.

Zuko left after that, leaving only her and Chris in the room.

She cleared the table and was about to wash the dishes when Chris' hands suddenly blocked her way.

"The water's cold. I'll wash them."

Lena paused and saw Chris had already turned on the tap, swiftly washing the pots and dishes.

She listened to the soothing flow of water, silently observing him. His sleeves were rolled up, showcasing his strong forearms. The sink was a bit low, making him bend slightly, yet his broad back remained as reassuring as ever like the protective fortress guarding her heart.

What about her? Was her background deserving of someone as outstanding as him?

his words to heart. If they were to

Marco and his wife be as relaxed and unconcerned with social

decided to keep her birth secret buried deep within.

tangled

life, these thoughts had never crossed her mind, and she hadn't cared about them. But now, after meeting him, she

"Lenny, what's wrong?"

snapped back to

don't look good. Are

Lena shook her head.

her anxiety. "The weather isn't cold, so washing a few dishes won't

these things! I'm tough, so it's nothing

smiled at

said gently, "You were affected by what Zuko said just now,

Our marriage is a matter between the two of us. As long as you're willing to marry me, that's all

to hold him tightly, just like grasping onto a rare

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