The Bride Who Said No: Escaping the Shadows of Yesterday

Hans stood there, puzzled.

He had no idea what had just happened downstairs.

Freya was sitting on the couch, tucking away the ointment she had been applying.

In no time, Neil had returned from his grocery run.

As Neil walked in with two heavy bags, Freya said, "Just leave the stuff in the kitchen, I'll start cooking now."

"Are you sure you can handle the knife with your hand like that?"

Neil spoke up, "From a doctor's perspective, I'd really suggest you get someone else to chop the veggies. What if your hand slips and you cut yourself?" Freya hadn't considered this before Neil mentioned it, and suddenly realized she indeed needed someone to help her chop the vegetables.

So, naturally, her gaze fell on Neil.

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Neil quickly made his way upstairs, eager to avoid kitchen duty

an eternity without a response, he just called out, "Preston, get

at the door, "This is your chance

came out of the opposite room, seeing Neil hovering at the door, and asked,

your boss to

for him to showcase his charm to Freya. Her hand is injured, and she can't hold a knife properly. Preston's knife skills are exceptional, so he's the

noise from downstairs interrupted him. The

his door and

what might have

They all hurried down.

bending over to pick up the knife she

group rushing down, still bent

having thought she had actually hurt