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 back,” I admitted

for a moment, then nodded with a small smile. Her innocence was endearing, and I couldr help but feel at ease around her.

admiring everything around me. My affection for the

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

her. “It’s alright.

Alice was insistent. She smiled sweetly and disappeared into the house, returning shortly with a

modern design that I recognized from a recent collection. “Did your brother buy that?”

about me. He always makes sure I have the best

that made my heart ache. It was clear how much

to prepare the tea, her gaze drifted toward the yard. “He built this

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masterpiece, the result of meticulous care

jar filled with frozen water. “The water in this tea is from the river. I collect it a nd freeze it.

jar–it was cold, a testament to the care

like something out of

the river, yet she was using it to make tea

I liked

can tell within moments whether you’ll get along with someone. Alice was one

Alice said suddenly,