Chapter 226

“Hey, handsome!”

When she saw it was a guy, the girl clasped her hands together in a pleading gesture, “I’ve been dying to try this maple–glazed roasted chestnuts. Could you possibly let me have it?”

“Well…” Normally, Edgar would have epitomized chivalry without a second thought, but this time was different.

He shook his head, apologetically saying, “Sorry, I can’t do that.”

“What?”

The girl didn’t expect to be turned down. “Come on, it’s just a small favor for a lady. Are you really being that stingy?”

Edgar just smiled, offering no defense. “Sorry.”

“Okay, then!” The girl bit her lip in frustration. “How about I offer you an extra 5 bucks for it, deal?”

“Sorry.” Edgar remained firm. “It’s not about the money.”

He glanced over at Sherilyn standing a few steps away. “Really sorry, but maybe next time.”

“Sir, here you go.”

The vendor handed over a paper bag, and Edgar quickly took it, nodding at the visibly upset girl.

“Apologies again.”

his way

presented it like a treasure. “Maple–glazed roasted chestnuts, the vendor said this batch is

out a piece, which was still

Edgar quickly withdrew his hand, touching his earlobe in embarrassment.

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peeling it open and offering

“Open up.”

“Okay.”

lowered her head, taking it into her

Edgar looked eager.

puffed her cheeks, giving a thumbs up. “It’s

I’ll peel another.”

seen everything. The girl had begged

you give it to that girl?

but I bought it for you. Why should I

Sherilyn felt a sudden rush of warmth, her eyes brimming with tears.

someone had put

tearing up while eating roasted chestnuts.

could

you need water?”

car, let me grab

of it. “Sherilyn, come with me! It’ll be

“Ha ha.”

laughed through her tears. “Don’t worry, I’m not

scrutinized her teary

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