Chapter 161
Suzanne picked up the bouquet of champagne roses, bringing them close to her nose for a gentle sniff. “You really just bought these on a whim?” she murmured.
she tell doubtrol. Somehow, it didn’t seem that simple. But she didn’t press the matter.
After finishing her skincare routine, she took the bouquet and walked out onto the balcony.
When Austin stepped out of the bathroom, his eyes immediately landed on the vanity table. The flowers in the vase had already been replaced with the roses he had brought. The comers of his lips lifted slighth
But Suzanne was nowhere in sight..
His brows furrowed slightly as he stepped out of the room.
From the staircase, Austin sa Suzanne moving around busy in the kitchen. He walked over just as she came out carrying a plate of food.
Seeing him, she called out, “Grab the cutlery and eat first”
He came home early, so he probably hadn’t had dinner yel
Austin glanced at the table, which consisted of a few dishes. The aroma was rich and Inviting. A warm light flickered in his eyes as he softly replied, “Alright”
He casually took a bottle of red wine from the wine cabinet along with two glasses. He then walked toward the dining table and picked up the cutlery
Suzanne, noticing the movement, looked over just in time to see him.
Austin raised the glass slightly, his lips carving into a faint smile. “Care for a drink? Might help you sleep better.”
Suzanne blinked in slight surprise before her lips lifted in a small smile. “Sure.”
She sat down and waned as Austin uncorked the bottle. Just them, his phone rang. With hesitation, he put the call on speaker
Suzanne was a little surprised. He really was that straightforward.
Seeing the caller ID, Austin’s expression tumed cool. “What is it?”
It was his sister, Yasmine she didn’t seem to mind his indifferent tone. Ever since her previous poor attitude toward Suzanne, things had been like this for a while. After a brief pause, she asked, “Are you free tomorrow night?
Suzanne rased an eyebrow. It was a call from Yasmine?
She didn’t say anything and just quietly waited for Austin to pour the wine.
Austin’s hands paused for a second before his brows furrowed together. “Get to the point.”
Yasmine didn’t hesitate. “I want to invite Ms. Yates to dinner tomorrow Can you ask if she’s available?”
Suzanne was taken aback.
Hadn’t she always disliked her? Even during the past few treatments, she had barely spoken a word.
Austin turned his par to Suzanor, silently asking for her response
She thought for a moment and realized she didn’t have any plans tomorrow night. After a brief passe, she gave him a small nod.
Suring this Austin responded to Yasmine, “Alright Tomorrow night, theit.”
That tight hesitation in his voice made amor instantly realize that Suzanne was responded with a quiet, “Day”
Then, she hung up
likely right next to him. A subtle flicker of discomfort crossed her face, but she simply
By now, Austs had tanished pouring the wine Harding a glass to Suzanne, he asked, “Are you sure y Given how Yermont hyd acted before, he was slightly concerned.
you’re okay with this?”
Suzanne looked at him and chuckled “What’s the worst that could happen? It’s not like she’s going to eat me
Austin raised an eyebrow He hadn’t been there for the later treatments, so it sequed their relationship had improved somewhat. A trace of amusement flickered in his gaze as he looked at her Lifting his glass, berlinked il grilly against hers before taking a sip
The wine was smooth, carrying ank li grape aroma without any bitterness.
Suzanne arched an eyebrow. “Hol bat=
Austin raised an eyebrow. “As long as you like i
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