Chapter 343
Chapter 343 Tenderness
Ravenwood Manor
He stood by the glass veranda, his eyes filled with affection as he watched the girl bustling about in the kitchen. The rich fragrance drifting through the air was enough to make anyone’s mouth
water.
He had originally planned to take her out for a candlelight dinner, but the little one insisted on cooking for him herself. It was something he had never experienced before-strange, unfamiliar, yet so warm it made him sink into the moment, reluctant to pull away.
Lillian finished slicing the fresh mushrooms, dropped them into the simmering chicken broth, set the lid in place, and turned with a teasing smile. “What, are you worried I’ll burn down the kitchen? That’s why you’re standing here, supervising me p>
Sebastian chuckled, walked over, and gently pulled her into his arms. His voice dropped low, brushing against her ear. “So what made you think of cooking for me tonight p>
Her eyes sparkled mischievously. “Isn’t there a saying? The way to a man’s heart is through his stomach. I figured I’d use my cooking skills to completely capture you p>
He stared into her lively gaze, a wicked smile tugging at his lips. “My tastes are very particular, you know. You’d better be ready to impress me p>
She met his challenging look without a hint of fear, her laugh light and bright. “Then just wait and see p>
A short while later, a full course meal was spread across the table.
Sebastian sat down, momentarily stunned. If he hadn’t watched her prepare it with his own eyes, he never would have believed this spread came from her hands.
Lillian noticed his expression and grinned. “Go on, try it. See if it lives up to that picky appetite of yours p>
He picked up a rib, the glaze shining under the light, sweet and tangy aroma rising as soon as he bit in. The meat was tender inside, crisp outside, perfectly balanced.
Holding her breath, she asked nervously, “Well? How is it?” It had been a while since she last cooked, and though she trusted her skills, she couldn’t help feeling a little unsure.
Sebastian finished chewing, dabbed his lips with a napkin, and answered with a deadpan, “Not bad.” Then he promptly reached for another piece.
Watching him eat with such obvious relish, Lillian’s lips curved, laughter bubbling up. She had
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never expected him to be this adorably arrogant.
It ended up being the most he had eaten in her presence since they met.
When the plates were finally empty, she leaned back with a triumphant smile. “So? Did I manage to win over your stomach p>
Finished
He pinched her cheek and replied with mock seriousness, “If you spoil my appetite like this, you’ll have to take responsibility p>
Her laugh grew softer, more radiant. “Gladly p>
Since school hadn’t started yet, Lillian had planned to rent her own apartment. But Sebastian refused outright, saying there was no reason for an engaged couple to live separately.
In the end, she relented and stayed in the same bedroom as before.
The next morning, golden sunlight spilled through the tall windows-but the bed beside him was already empty.
Sebastian rose immediately, searching the house, but found no trace of her. When Louis entered through the doorway, Sebastian’s voice was already tight. “Where’s Lillian p>
Louis, seeing his master’s barely concealed anxiety, smiled. “Ms. Harrington’s in the back garden. She woke before dawn, went for a run, and now she’s out there learning to plant flowers from the gardener p>
Sebastian’s lips curved despite himself, eyes softening with warmth. “That girl,” he murmured, before heading toward the garden without another word.
Watching him go, Louis couldn’t help the small smile tugging at his own lips. Only when Ms. Harrington was around did his master look truly alive—a man who could finally feel joy, worry, and tenderness like anyone else.
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The Heiress Reborn
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