More Than A Favor

Chapter 147

It was the perfect place for a destination holiday, a sanctuary so serene that it made the rest of th world seem chaotic in comparison.

As I stood there, lost in my daydream, a soft voice broke my thoughts.

“Who are you looking for, Miss?”

I turned toward the voice and saw a girl in a white dress. Her braided hair rested against her chest her eyes sparkled like reflections of the river nearby.

“Are you Miss Drake?” I asked, trying to confirm her identity.

A look of surprise crossed her delicate face. “Yes. Are you here for my brother?”

Her words confirmed it–she was Ashton’s sister.

To be honest, they didn’t resemble each other much. Ashton’s charm was rugged and commanding like a warrior, whereas his sister had an ethereal, almost fairy–like beauty. Despite their differences, both of them were stunning in their own right.

“Yes, I’m his friend, Elaine.” I smiled, extending my hand toward her.

She hesitated for a moment before shaking it. “I’m Alice.”

Her voice was soft, and there was a certain timidity about her. I smiled warmly. “May I come in?” Alice seemed a little flustered but quickly stepped aside to let me in. “Oh, of course! Sorry, I wasn’t expecting anyone. I haven’t cleaned up or anything,” she mumbled nervously.

behind his back,” I admitted with

nodded with a small smile. Her innocence was endearing, and I

the yard, I couldn’t stop myself from admiring everything around me. My affection for the place grew with every detail

you a cup of tea,” Alice said warmly, gesturing toward the

trouble her. “It’s

smiled sweetly and disappeared into the house, returning

modern design that I recognized from a

said with a proud smile. “He really cares about me. He always makes sure I have the best

a warmth that made my heart ache. It was clear

the tea, her gaze drifted toward the yard. “He built this for me.

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meticulous care and considerable effort. Ashton must have poured his heart into creating it.

jar filled with frozen water. “The water in this tea is from the

testament to the care she

and enchanting, like something out of

from the river, yet she was using it to make tea for me. That simple gesture told me everything I needed to

liked

get along with someone. Alice was one of

really pretty,” Alice said suddenly,