My Coldhearted Ex demands a Remarriage by Eva Blackwood

Chapter 985:

Jennie always took Daxton’s lead but made sure to direct her compliments toward Carrie. This sharp awareness was one of the qualities Daxton appreciated deeply in her.

As Carrie walked toward the dining table, the rich aroma of the pork filled the room. Jennie hadn’t exaggerated; it truly was irresistible.

Reaching for her fork, Carrie’s hand paused mid-air.

The memory of nausea from her previous pregnancy lingered, prompting her preference for milder flavors despite her occasional cravings for something savory. Now, confronted with the tempting dish, her resolve wavered.

Noticing her hesitation, Daxton quickly added, “It’s quite lean. I made sure to remove any excess fat. What’s left is thoroughly stewed and not at all oily.”

her. Taking a small piece, she tried it. The taste dissolved effortlessly in her mouth, leaving behind no oily residue. She paused

plums to cut through the richness and

The savory flavor was perfectly balanced with a hint of sweetness and tartness.

bland, lacking in any real flavor. The thought of enduring this for months seemed like

dishes too. It’s

work. You shouldn’t worry about these little things. Jennie’s

tone became more firm. “Little things? I’m working on improving our future. If it were just me, I could survive

see me as your boyfriend? Let’s drop the formalities, the politeness, and the unnecessary guilt or

of reach. Daxton sighed, his expression strained. After a moment of silence, he took a deep breath, collected

he murmured. “It’s okay. There’s still plenty of time.