Counterback of the Despised Luna by Diana West

Chapter 358 Heidi's Soup +B Pearls "You should get up, don't you think?" I forced a change in topic, feeling the weight of Caden's presence pressing down on me. It was suffocating, and my breath caught in y chest.

"No." His eyes narrowed, dark and unreadable, a faint smirk tugging at the corner of his lips. "If it's not tfor that... then this will do." He leaned in closer, his lips warm and fine. I instinctively tried to pull away, bur against my hands. were trapped, his grip unyielding. There was no escaping him now.

His teeth grazed my lip, gentle but teasing, almost punishing in its intent. "Rosaline, he murmured, his voice low and rough. "you grow more beautiful each tI see you," Heat flooded through me. His words sent a shiver down my spine, my breath quickening in response to the intensity of his touch.

I lifted my chin, trying to regain composure. "I've always been beautiful. Did you really need to say it?" "Yes, even the magic mirror would say you're the fairest of them all. He chuckled, his laughter soft, almost tender.

Before me, the ice around him seemed to melt away, revealing a side of him I hadn't seen-gentle, almost vulnerable.

He lowered his head again, his intentions clear.

I met his gaze-those burning eyes-and my heart race. Unable to resist, I closed my eyes, waiting for him to close the distance.

But just as his lips neared mine, a sharp knock shattered the moment, pullingback to reality.

Caden froze, his eyes turning to ice as he looked toward the door.

There, standing in the doorway, was Heidi.

She was the picture of calm-her long black hair flowing smoothly over her shoulders, her white dress almost glowing against the dim light. She held a thermos in her hands, stepping into the room with an air of serene composure.

But her timing was impeccable-she had walked in just as Caden was hovering above me, our positions far too intimate for comfort.

Her eyes went wide with shock. "I-I'm so sorry! I didn't mean to interrupt... I'll just go "No." Caden's voice was cold, his tone final, as he pulled away, his movements deliberate as he shifted into his wheelchair.

1 frowned. Was he truly as injured as he claimed? He had seemed perfectly capable when he climbed onto the bed.

Caden gavea brief glance before his expression hardened. His gaze, sharp and predatory, locked onto Heidi, an almost palpable tension rising in the room.

1/3 09:29 Tue, Mar 25 B BB Chapter 358 Heidi's Soup "What are you doing here?" he asked, his voice laced with suspicion.

+B Pearls Heidi stepped forward cautiously, holding the thermos in both hands. “I heard you and Ms. Sinclair were hurt,” she said, her tone soft and apologetic. I just wanted to check on you both. I didn't mean to intrude.

Heidi stood there, her large eyes glistening with unshed tears, the rims tinged red. “I know what I did before was wrong. I shouldn't have come," she said, her voice quivering with emotion. "But I'm really. worried about you, Caden." You Her hands trembled slightly as she placed the thermos on the bedside table. “I made chicken and Ms. Sinclair can share it. If you don't wanthere, I'll leave. I'll keep reflecting on my mistakes.

Her face crumpled in sorrow, her eyes casting a pitiful glance at us. The sight nearly broke my resolve, bur something felt off-too rehearsed, too perfect.

I narrowed my eyes, suspicion curling in my chest. This all seemed too convenient. The timing was almost too perfect. Almost.

Then I remembered the photos Anthony had uncovered. Without thinking. I broke the silence. "Well, you went out of your way to see us, so why don't you stay for a bit?" Heidi froze, her body stiffening. She turned to face me, her voice faltering. “Ms. Sinclair, you... you hate me, don't you? I should leave. My intentions are clear. I don't want to stay and make things uncomfortable." Ah, the delicate flower, playing the part of the wounded angel. The act was flawless, but I wasn't fooled.

Her sweet words didn't match her actions. Why chere if she had no ulterior motive? Chicken soup? If Caden weren't here, I might've suspected something more sinister, maybe even poison.

I feigned indifference, glancing at Caden. His gaze met mine, then turned to Heidi, his voice as sharp as steel. "Since Rosaline says you can stay, you might as well stay for a while." Heidi's face brightened, a radiant, innocent smile spreading across her features. "Thank you, Caden!" she chirped, her steps light as she returned to the bed.

"Then I'll serve you the soup," she said, unsealing the thermos. The room filled with a rich, savory aroma, its warmth tempting the senses.

She ladled the soup into two bowls, one for Caden, one for me. The care with which she handled the bowls, the tenderness in her actions, almost madebelieve she truly cared. Almost.

I didn't drink the soup right away.

Instead, I lifted the bowl to bowl to my nase, inhaling deeply, the scent teasing me. "Your cooking's good. I wish I could say the sfor your personality." "No poison, Alpha. Drink without worry." Freya's voice rang in my mind, calm and reassuring.

I smirked, took a sip, and drained the bowl in one go. I set it aside and met Heidi's eyes with a smile that didn't quite reach mine.

2/3 09:29 Tue, Mar 25 Chapter 358 Heldr's Soup 96%% wa Pearls

She lowered her gaze, speaking softly. "To get the soup just right, it needs to simmer for ten hours, and for you must watch it the whole time. I kept my eye on it the entire time, that's why it tastes so good. Ms. Sinclair, if you like it, I can bring it every day! Every day? Her generosity didn't feel like kindness-it felt like a calculated move.

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