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!

the food he made, and you dare to speak ill of him!” Orion spoke up, “Liam, the desserts should be ready in

bring them

I love desserts!” Sebastian clapped his hands excitedly,

in front of Xanthea again. Let me

the butler said affectionately. “There really isn’t any for you. Mr. Lockwood made a

Just for her?

flattered as she took a delicate bowl

the bowl, delighted, “Is this Willowdale’s famous dessert a Refreshing

Refreshing Delight is a characteristic chilled dessert of Willowdale Island, made with red beans, peanuts, jelly noodles, and coconut, crafted from local produce. Since it’s

you’re too thoughtful! How is there such a vonderful man like you in the world? Whoever marries

cold for a girl to consume. She

Ms. Nightshade, I’m flattered.”