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.

reached his

contract. His nearness was imposing, heightening her

reflexively, causing her usual

soup be ready?”

has just

take

won’t. Just need to add the ingredients and let them simmer for

into the pot, following up

lno v els .com

let the natural tastes of the food

wait became a subtle ordeal, steam curling from the pot

close proximity, Yvonne felt his eyes

always imagined such simple, daily joys as part of

dreams

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

encounters

prolonged period they had ever spent