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.

coming. I came here behind his

innocence was endearing,

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

cup of tea,” Alice said warmly, gesturing toward the seating

“It’s alright.

returning shortly

my attention–it was a sleek, modern design that I recognized

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

made my heart ache. It was clear how much

drifted toward the yard. “He built this for me. He said it would

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a masterpiece, the result of meticulous care and considerable effort. Ashton must have poured

from the river. I collect it a nd freeze it. Tea tastes better when it’s

a testament to the

enchanting, like something

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

I liked her,

along with someone. Alice was one of

really pretty,” Alice said suddenly, her voice filled with sincerity.