No More Waiting, She Chooses Love

Chapter 12



He massaged my left foot, then moved on to my right, unbothered by the people bustling around us.

Even the young girls passing by couldn't hide their envy, whispering about finally seeing a handsome man doting on his girlfriend in real life.

I must admit it made my heart flutter, melting away any remnants of last night's annoyance with each gentle kneading of my feet.

"You're so lucky, girl!" Deborah mouthed from a short distance away.

If I continued to dwell on what happened the previous night after Conrad had been so sweet, I'd come off as petty, as if I wanted to make a big deal. "What do you want for lunch?" Conrad asked.

"Anything," I replied, not feeling particularly hungry, though my mood had improved.

"Let's go for some barbecue. The restaurant has the amazing grilled foie gras," Conrad suggested, leading me to the car.

As I reached for my seatbelt, he leaned closer, his fresh, soapy scent catching me off guard and taking my breath away.

cheek as he straightened up. "Felicia, seeing you blush takes me back to when

That brief kiss had completely lifted my spirits. It was ridiculous Conrad could sway me

of the

and Conrad noticed my silence.

know what to say,"

'too familiar,' echoed in my mind. Yes, Conrad and I were so

the waiter led

by

Conrad had reserved it in advance. The grilled fish, foie gras, and my favorite dessert arrived, showing how much thought he had put into this

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online, showing off the delicious food, the beautiful flowers,

coworkers liked

being included. Conrad had told

post, too. She didn't like it but sent me a private message instead. [Looks like he's trying to

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from the night nurse, he was right

Conrad said as he sliced the foie gras and