One year, one love by Aurora Miller

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Chapter 63

Doris thought for a moment before looping her arms around the week and putting his head downt et me kiss you” Without hesitation, she pressed her lips againer his left cheek.

He froze in place, the only thing registering was the exft touch of her lips and the faint, wearing warmth they left behind

Doris collapsed onto the bed with a sariched sigh. “I didn’t get capped to mo be a dream after all

Lewis, on the other hand, clenched his fists. Cirl, you kicked me, and now you’re pretending it difier happen, thinking it was just a dream? Tomorrow morning, you’ll pay for this. He smirked slightly as he wondered, anddenly eager for the morning

to arrive.

That night. Doris had a peculiar dream. In it, she boldly kissed Lewis. Then the dream ended, and morning came

Doris breathed a sigh of relief as she wondered. Thank goodness it was just a dream. If it had been real, Lewis would’ve tossed me out for sure! She resolved to make herself a hearty breakfast to calm her nerves,

As she stepped out of her bedroom, she noticed something unusual. The doorway was empty. Biscuit wasn’t there to greet her as usual.

She walked further and spotted a familiar, tall figure standing in the open–concept kitchen. Lewis looked up and saw her, his gaze calm. “Morning.”

“Morning…” Doris stammered, completely stunned. “When did you get back?”

“Just past two in the morning,” Lewis replied casually, retrieving a tray of freshly toasted bread and setting it onto a plate.

Doris‘ eyes widened, her pupils gradually dilating.

She distinctly remembered falling asleep on the living room couch last night, yet she woke up in her own bed this morning.

‘If I wasn’t sleepwalking, then Lewis must’ve carried me to my room. Her memories began to resurface as she wondered, Wait a second… I kissed him last night. Could it have been real? Was it not a dream?‘

“Last night… was it you who carried me back to my room?” Doris hesitantly asked.

“Who else? Do you think Biscuit dragged you in there?” Lewis responded while arranging washed cherry tomatoes on a plate.

Doris‘ heart sank.

anything inappropriate,

Lewis‘ tone

back. “I’m sorry. Whatever I

it was intentional.” Lewis quipped, casting her

words. She couldn’t explain herself even if she

you’ve got guts. I need to punish you,” Lewis said, his tone serious. “Since you kissed me, you’re not allowed

you should take responsibility. As my

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the punishment? It’s not as bad as I expected. Doris nodded reluctantly

got married, I haven’t had any thoughts about anyone else. You can rest assured. I would never do anything to betray you. I’ll honor this marriage

handsome face unreadable. “Come

to sit down. She

corners of his mouth with a napkin. Even

played favorites when creating him, Doris thought,

it toward her. “I saw this while I was away. It caught my

up with surprise. She hadn’t expected him to think of her during his busy business trip, let alone bring her a gift. His thoughtfulness earned

it and see if you like it,” he said gently.

delighted smile. She slowly opened the box

petals of the snowflake earrings were entirely encrusted with diamonds, exuding

making the earrings both exquisite and stunning. Lewis certainly had an impeccable

right?” Doris asked, her tone tinged with concern. They looked undeniably expensive with diamonds and pearls.

a while now, and I haven’t given you many gifts. These earrings aren’t valuable because of their price but because of the

the cost, but she couldn’t help feeling a little distressed about the money. “I’ll accept the gift, but please don’t spend so much on me again.”

over, gently taking the jewelry box from her hands, his

money only becomes meaningful when a man earns it to spend on a woman. That’s when it’s more than just cold, lifeless numbers.

to look up at him,

on,” Lewis said, taking the earrings out of the box. The diamonds sparkled brilliantly under the lights.

you.” Standing by her side, he bent slightly, his expression serious but

let me know,” he murmured, his breath brushing against her ear and making

whispered, biting her lip lightly, her cheeks already flushed with