Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 161

Chapter 161:

The noise made Yvonne swiftly turn her head.

In that motion, her gaze unexpectedly locked with Norton’s in midair.

“Uh-huh. Just simple home-cooked meals. Not sure if they’ll be to your taste.” She had taken the time to ensure the dishes were both simple and thoughtful.

She had even consulted Jorge before picking up the groceries.

“Go ahead and wash up. We’ll eat as soon as the soup is done,” she instructed, returning her attention to the simmering pot.

“What type of soup is it?”

His deep voice suddenly filled the space next to her.

Norton had moved silently and now stood beside her.

At home, Yvonne wore only flat slippers, accentuating the difference in their height significantly.

barely reached his

the room seemed to contract. His

her usual fluidity

the soup be ready?” inquired

has just started to

it take much

need to add the ingredients and let them simmer

methodically dropped each ingredient into the pot,

.com is packed with thrilling

was sparing with the spices, aiming to let the natural

steam curling from the pot

of his close proximity, Yvonne felt his eyes on

imagined such simple, daily

her dreams had

they were married, his affection had been lacking. He was frequently away

their encounters

have been the most prolonged period