The Day Our Promise Breaks

Chapter 319

Aiden gave a quick nod and said, "Make sure Sally's Bistro sends the food straight to the office."

"Got it, Mr. Jenkins."

Heading downstairs, Aiden went to fetch Evelyn and personally escorted her to Charles's office. Before she could utter a word, Charles glanced up and said, "Give me about twenty minutes."

With that, he buried himself back in his work. Evelyn, keeping her face emotionless, wandered over to the sofa and settled in.

After what felt like an eternity, a knock interrupted the silence. Aiden came back, carrying dinner from Sally's Bistro, setting it up neatly in the office's dining area before making a quiet exit.

Charles put down his pen, stood, and turned to Evelyn. "Let's eat and chat."

"Charles, let's not waste time."

Ignoring her protest, Charles took his seat at the table, making it clear that if she didn't join him, there'd be no conversation. Reluctantly, Evelyn took her place across from him.

"Give this a try," he said, serving her a piece of salmon.

single plate was filled with her favorites. It was obvious Charles had gone

five long years, having a meal together with him and

a cold smile cross her lips. His efforts seemed

unfazed, she ate the salmon,

is it? Do you like it?" Charles asked, genuinely hoping to bridge the distance between

talk now?" Evelyn cut him

Bistro make this just for

Her voice carried

Charles's skin, but he held back his frustration, offering her some shrimp instead. This time, Evelyn didn't

meal with you. Let's not

me, then who?

bent over backward for. Not even for

see Charles dodging the real conversation. Staying any

for Wesley, to spring him free

she turned to leave. But a few steps in, Charles caught up, grabbing her wrist and pulling her into

two years,

again felt like filling