Chapter 458

As they quietly walked down the snowy path, he followed her like a loyal shadow. Despite the chill in the air, Clara's mind drifted back to that day in the ditch. Two small figures, huddled together, surviving countless nights. She never imagined she'd grow up to find herself surrounded by snow again, admiring cherry blossoms under the stars.

Her heart softened, and she couldn't help but ask, "Are you in pain?"

In the darkness, he smiled slightly. "Are you worried about me?"

Clara realized he always seemed to be looking for proof that she cared, that she loved him. She swallowed hard, reaching out to tug on his sleeve, reminded that these cherry blossoms were meant for Dylan. A wave of guilt washed over her, much like a husband caught in the act by his returning wife.

Quietly, she entwined her fingers with his. "I'll come over later and help with your bandages."

"Okay."

"I'll bring you something delicious tomorrow."

"Okay."

dinner with me on New Year's

tone light. "Did you

Of course, I want to treat you well. Would you really spend New Year's Eve alone

gently tucked a loose strand of her hair behind her ear, leaning in closer. "Will you let me have

and he had asked just when

like life was full of one pitfall after another.

hand tightened as he

understand what made him so

is my brother's birthday. If you're up for it, would you like

faltered

or did the snowflakes

looking down at the cherry blossom branch he held. Clara thought he might refuse. Was he really that shy about

voice was rough, and

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