Unfinished Business with You novel

Chapter 43

Olivia took off her coat and laid it on the chair. "He's at school."

Brian replied, "Oh. Was he alright that day?"

Olivia took a deep breath. "Not too bad. I thought he was fine until I found out about his bruised knee after getting home. Some parts were even bleeding. I have no idea what caused the injuries."

Looking slightly heavy-hearted, Brian asked, "Is that woman your younger sister from a different mother?"

"Yes," Olivia responded rather reluctantly. No longer wanting to talk about that, Olivia intentionally changed the topic. "How's your health?"

Brian sounded rather perfunctory as well when he said, "It's alright."

After that, Olivia turned around, took out a metal box from her handbag, and gave it to Brian. "This is for you."

This somewhat baffled Brian. "What's this?"

"These are candies. You should bring some of them with you next time and take one every time you feel unwell. It has different kinds of flavors and this is one of my favorite brands. It reminds me of my childhood."

Brian was pleasantly surprised and then naturally let out a smile. "Thanks."

This is nothing compared

looking like a graceful gentleman. "I guess my life is still worth something, isn't it? How can one meal be

about how you were willing to help me out when I needed it the most.

and commented, "It sounds like you're breaking

meant. What I'm saying is we don't have to be so formal with each

use this excuse again, how am I

guard. She smiled and then said, "Why do we need an excuse to have a meal together? We can do this

to hear that. "Really? So

nodded and agreed, "Of course. I saw your restaurant's sign on the internet the other day. Personally,

Brian replied, "I don’t want

asked, "Will being so picky

looked startled. "Problems? It's my restaurant, so it's

"I'm sorry to

while Brian still held on

the time back in

"You like candies?"

them whenever I was in a bad mood. Something sweet can really brighten your day. Try it. It's pretty