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

Yvonne noticed the room seemed to contract. His nearness was imposing, heightening her sense of his presence

usual fluidity in the kitchen to

soup be

has just started to

take

Just need to add the ingredients and let them simmer for a

dropped each ingredient into the pot, following up with a

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to let the natural tastes

steam curling from the

close proximity, Yvonne felt his eyes on

simple, daily joys as part of her

dreams had

his affection had been lacking. He was frequently away on business trips or preparing for the next

their encounters

the most prolonged period they had