My Coldhearted Ex demands a Remarriage by Eva Blackwood

Chapter 704:

Ignoring Daxton’s pointed response, Kristopher sampled a spoonful of the soup Daxton had served. A frown flickered across his face as he set it aside. “It’s just a traditional spicy soup,” he remarked, his tone dismissive. “Overcomplicated with unnecessary garnishes. Sometimes the original simplicity is far more valuable.”

Carrie caught the underlying meaning in his words but couldn’t immediately decipher his intent.

Kristopher glanced at his phone briefly, his expression unreadable, before switching off the screen.

With deliberate calm, he picked up a wet wipe, dabbed at the corners of his mouth, and rose to his feet. “Enjoy your meal. I have to go now.” As he spoke, his gaze briefly grazed Daxton before settling on Carrie. The room remained silent, the tension palpable. Only Kyson responded, his tone polite but his posture deliberately relaxed as he stayed seated.

“Norris, you’ve barely eaten. Are you sure you wouldn’t like more?”

wasn’t yielding to Kristopher. Kyson knew the Norris

vying for Carrie’s attention, especially against a rival. His subtle defiance was a calculated move to remind

lips curled into a faint smile, though it lacked warmth.

wasn’t leaving because

was leaving because his work here—stirring

tone was light as

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voice casual but directed at Carrie. “The flavors here in Isonridge are

As she spoke, she scooped