Chapter 98 Years of living alone and being independent made Lily more self–reliant. When she was still with Nathanial, he was always busy with work. Even during dinner, he always left the table before Lily finished eating. Lily did not care much about it then, but as time passed, she grew tired of it. On the other hand, being with Alexander was so different. She felt loved and cared for.

Alexander noticed Lily had not touched her food, so he asked, “What‘s wrong? Is the food not to your liking?” He made sure to order various foods so Lily could choose whatever she liked.” What kind of food do you prefer then?” 

“The choices don‘t matter; it‘s who I‘m having it with that does.” Lily took a deep breath, smiled, and started eating. “These are delicious!” She took a piece with her fork and attempted to feed Alexander. “Here, have some!” 

Alexander was mildly surprised by Lily‘s gesture, but he smiled and opened his mouth to take a bite. After some thought, Lily turned toward Alexander, still elegantly chewing his food, saying, “I thought about what you asked me a while ago. To be honest, I don‘t think I can honestly say that I love you. Still, that doesn‘t mean I don‘t like you. I just need more time before I‘ll be able to say that I love you.” 

It felt more like they

 

girl is something else, huh?‘

 

did not respond and realized he was just staring at her. She assumed he was unsatisfied with her answer. “I don‘t want to lie to you. I think you have the right to know how I genuinely feel about you. That‘s why I‘m telling you this.” “I know.” Alexander nodded, lips curling into a gentle smile. “I‘ve told you I‘m in no rush.” Lily stared into Alexander‘s eyes and could tell he meant every word he said. She sighed in relief but decided to ask what was puzzling her, “A while ago, you said...” Lily hesitated

eyes, she knew what he had just

face and gave it a light squeeze, ” I promise I‘ll love you wholeheartedly as well.”

stood up and wanted to clean up, but Alexander beat her to it. He swiftly cleared the table of all the dishes and brought them into the kitchen. He placed them neatly into the dishwasher and started the machine. Then he turned to face her, “I‘ve told you I‘m

his arms around her waist and whispered, “You‘re my princess and the most valuable thing in my life.” He pressed his lips to

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