Chapter33:

Jasmine was savoring the snacks they'd bought earlier, enjoying the peacefulness of her room. A knock at the door broke the silence. She hastily swallowed her snack and called out, "Come in!" The door swung open, and Nicolai stepped inside, closing it behind him. His eyes widened in surprise as he took in the array of snacks spread across her bed. A bowl of ice cream sat on the bedside table, looking tantalizingly delicious. Nicolai's jaw dropped. "You're not planning to finish all that, are you?" He asked, his tone a mix of amusement and concern. Jasmine's face flushed with a shy smile. "I'm afraid I am.'' She replied, her eyes sparkling with mischief. She picked up the bowl of ice cream and took a spoonful, closing her eyes in bliss. Nicolai couldn't tell just how much ice cream she's had, so he hurriedly went to take the bowl from her. "You can't have too much of this, Jasmine. In moderation remember." He reminded her. Tears immediately welled up in Jasmine's eyes when Nicolai took