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

spirits. It was ridiculous Conrad could sway me with the slightest of his affections. Thinking of Haley, I asked, "How's Haley doing

out of the hospital,"

next, and

what to say,"

in my mind. Yes, Conrad and I were so familiar with each other that it felt like

the restaurant, the waiter led

table by the

with white roses, my favorite, Conrad had reserved it in advance. The grilled fish, foie gras, and my favorite dessert arrived, showing how

to .Org

and posted it online, showing off the

liked

sent an emoji with a huff, jokingly complaining about.not being included. Conrad had told Deborah to sort out her meatand expense

didn't like it but sent me a private message instead. [Looks like he's trying to make amends, and from

I

night nurse, he was right

down your phone and eat," Conrad said as he