novelxo Chapter 183
Chapter 183
The apron actually belonged to Chloe. She had bought it during a time when she whimsically decided to dive into cooking. But she never actually set foot in the kitchen. Instead, the apron naturally found its way onto Connor.
Since it was a ladies' apron, it was a bit small on Connor. His tall, lean figure, paired with the teddy bear apron, seemed almost comical. Still, she couldn't deny that, at this moment, he looked incredibly handsome. The evening sunlight streamed in through the window, filtering through a maple tree just outside. The dappled light danced on his body like ripples on water. His profile seemed bathed in light as if dusted with a layer of fine gold.
He was focused, and his movements while chopping vegetables were calm and elegant. It was as if he wasn't just cooking but creating a piece of art. Chloe leaned against the door, a small smile playing on her lips, enjoying the delightful sight.
Connor sensed her presence and turned around. He saw Chloe staring at him with affection.
"Awake?"
"Mhm."
"I just need a few minutes, and dinner will be ready soon. I've made your favorite, honey-glazed pork ribs."
Chloe walked over, playfully wrapping her arms around Connor's neck. She tiptoed to kiss his lips. "I think you're the more delicious meal." Connor's gaze suddenly ddarkened, but his ears quickly turned a shade of red. "Chloe, if you don't stop, I guarantee you won't be having dinner in the next four hours."
Chloe quickly let go of Connor, stepping back with a chuckle and raising her hands in mock surrender. "Dinner first."
Tonight's dinner was exceptionally lavish, and Chloe enjoyed it immensely. She looked just like her usual self, seemingly fully recovered. But Connor still felt a pang of discomfort in his heart. He realized she had been through so much and harbored so many things within. She always healed herself when faced with troubles. Behind her bright and cheerful demeanor lay an indelible shadow, and the self she showed him was never her true self. "I'm sorry," Connor finally spoke.
Chloe knew why he suddenly
apologized. He had learned abouret
her past and was probably apologizing for his previous
confrontations with Lucas tent
"No need to apologize to me. It was never you who had to apologize."
Chloe seemed nonchalant, but Connor felt uneasy. It seemed she hadn't truly opened up to him. Yet, given their unique relationship and his inability to offer her a future, what right did he have to demand her complete reliance and trust?
"Connor, help me find someone," Chloe suddenly said.
Connor snapped back to reality. He seemed to know what Chloe was about to say. "Scarface Shawn?" he asked.
At the mention of the name, Chloe's fingers tightened. "I want him to rot in jail. I can't let such scum harm others."
Connor's face remained expressionless. He spoke calmly, "He's already dead."
Chloe was shocked. After a long moment, she asked in disbelief, "Did you do it?"
Connor looked up at Chloe. "No, he died three years ago."