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.

quickly noticed that every single plate was filled with her favorites. It was obvious Charles had

long years, having a meal together with him and Charlie

gaze, Evelyn let a cold smile cross

unfazed, she ate the salmon,

to bridge the distance between them.

now?" Evelyn cut him off, swallowing without savoring

this just for

what?" Her voice

her some shrimp instead. This time, Evelyn

with

then

was used to being the one adored, the one people bent over

Charles dodging the real conversation. Staying

quietly find a lawyer for Wesley, to spring him free as soon as possible. With

a few steps in, Charles caught up, grabbing her wrist and pulling her into his

two years,

again felt like filling an