One year, one love by Aurora Miller

Chapter 33

Chapter 33

Doris suddenly poked Lewis’s waist with her index finger.

He immediately furrowed his brow and complained, “Don’t be so heartless. You know my waist hurts

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“Heh, you deserve it, Doris shot back, her tone fierce, She’d felt sorry for him last night, but since today, not a single ounce of sympathy was left.

She grabbed her clothes and headed to the bathroom. After changing, Doris made her way downstairs. The delicious aroma from the kitchen hit her immediately, making her stomach growl.

“Doris, want some waffles?” Margaret asked. “If you’re not in the mood, I’ve also got Cream of Wheat. Just pick what you like.”

“Waffles look great. I want to try Nadia’s cooking. Doris sat down next to Margaret and said, “Margaret, I really meant to make you breakfast, but sorry, I overslept. I’ll make it up to you next time.”

“It’s no big deal. Margaret waved it off casually. “Now that you and Lewis are married, I’m sure you’ll be eating at my place often enough.”

Doris remembered setting an alarm for 6 a.m. last night, but it hadn’t gone off. She wondered if she had misremembered, or if someone had turned it off. If it was the latter, the prime suspect was absolutely Lewis. Yet she didn’t know why he did that.

Lewis walked into the dining room, hands casually shoved in his pockets, looking completely relaxed.

Doris let go of her suspicions and lowered her gaze.

Just then, Nadia brought the steaming waffles to the table. Doris grabbed a fork, speared a piece, drizzled some chocolate sauce over it, and took a bite. The waffles tasted indeed soft and delicious.

After breakfast, it was time for Lewis and Doris to head back to work.

Nadia packed some freshly baked bread for them and said, “I’ll bake more once you’re done, and I’ll send it over to you.”

Margaret had also packed a bunch of fresh fruits, filling up the trunk. “We planted them ourselves with no pesticides. They’re totally safe green food.”

Then, Margaret pulled out a card and handed it to Doris. “Here, this is a little gift for your new life together. Take it.”

“Margaret, I can’t take this. Keep it for you,” Doris said, trying to give it back.

“Listen, I’ve got enough money and everything I need. This is just my blessing for you and Lewis. Take it, or I’ll be sad,” Margaret insisted, trying to look stern but failing miserably.

it, Doris,” Lewis chimed

accepted the card and replied, “Thank you so much,

with a grin. “Your amount

jealous,” Lewis said while tucking the card into his

in a serious tone. A second later, she shifted her expression to a soft smile and added, “It would be great if a

morning sunlight washed over her face, warm and bright, making her flush

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to hug both Doris and Lewis. She held them a little longer than usual, clearly reluctant to let

off. Looking through the rearview mirror, Doris saw Margaret standing in the doorway, watching them and waving goodbye. A soft, tender feeling welled up inside Doris. Her eyes stung, tears threatening

Lewis noticed the redness in Doris’s eyes, and he comforted, “It’s okay.

to hold back the

changed into her work clothes at the hotel and was just about to head to the office when Leon walked in.

a sec. I’ve got something important to announce,” Leon said, his voice cutting through the room.

and Doris ended up standing at the far

our hotel. Make sure you’re in your best state, Mr. West values the deal with

at Doris before continuing, “Okay, get back

and leave, she heard Leon’s voice

for a moment but still followed him to a

Hartman Group’s event is super crucial. You should know what to do, huh? If you want to keep your job, give me a reply before the event.

watched Leon walk off, mentally cursing him out a dozen

changed into something more casual and was just about to leave when Lola stopped her.

hit the shops and grab a bite?” Lola asked, her

skirt with a red belt at her waist. It was super elegant,

a couple of buttons undone at the collar, showing off

planned to cook at home after work. After all,

a potato sack, but it’s a shame to hide your body

bother with fashion. She replied, “I just

about your father who’s always focused on his son. You work hard and don’t

owe them even more.” Lola linked arms with Doris and said with a wink, “Come on, at least hang out with me. I need you.”

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