Chapter 1324

Jack was also enjoying this rare moment of warmth. Indecisiveness had always been part of his nature. He felt guilty toward Feena for his ambiguous relationship with Bella. Even so, he couldn't fully let go—old feelings still lingered. If he could draw clear lines, he wouldn't still be thinking about Phoebe either. "The air here is so fresh, much better than in the capital," Bella murmured. "Look at the sky. There are so many stars…" Jack lifted his gaze. The sky shimmered with stars, a quiet promise of clear skies come morning. "The weather should be nice tomorrow. Let's go explore a bit," he suggested. But Bella didn't respond. When Jack turned to look at her, he saw her eyes fixed on him, full of quiet affection. It was the same kind of gaze Amelia had given him years ago, when she told him he was the ideal she had always admired. "Big Bun, can you tell me about your childhood? I'd love to hear," Bella asked softly. He stared at the winding path ahead and said, "There's