My Beloved Has Risen from Death’s Embrace

Chapter 57

“Why are you snapping photos?” Sebastian barged into her shot, boldly declaring, “If you marry me, pretty lady, you’ll get to enjoy Uncle Orion’s cooking every single day!”

“Hey, why wouldn’t I just marry your uncle then?” Xanthea blurted out without thinking.

The moment the words left her mouth, Orion paused mid–bite, and Xanthea froze, realizing her comment was even bolder!

She looked across at the man who definitely heard her and quickly clarified, “I was just joking with the kid, don’t take it seriously, okay?”

Orion just nodded.

“He’s kind of scary anyway.” Sebastian began, but the icy glare from the man next to him cut him short. He zipped his lips and gave Xanthea a look that screamed: See? Really scary!

huh? You’re still eating the food he made, and you dare to speak ill of him!” Orion spoke up, “Liam, the desserts

away, sir. I’ll bring them

Sebastian clapped his hands excitedly, only to be doused by Orion’s chilly,

in front of Xanthea

master, you misunderstood,” the butler said affectionately. “There really isn’t any for you. Mr. Lockwood made a special one just for

Just for her?

she took a delicate bowl from

into the bowl, delighted, “Is

and coconut, crafted from local produce. Since it’s cooling, Mr. Lockwood added dates and barley, which are beneficial for women, to ensure you can enjoy

Lockwood, you’re too thoughtful! How is there such a vonderful man

was too cold for a girl to consume. She never imagined Orion’s Refreshing Delight would cater to

Ms. Nightshade, I’m flattered.”