Chapter 134

The restaurant wasn’t crowded, soft lights filling the space, the low hum of conversations around them. They were shown to a table near the window. Lily sat down, smoothing her dress unconsciously. Carson leaned back in his chair, watching her with that same careless smile. “Don’t stare,” Lily said without looking up. “Can’t help it,” Carson replied easily. Lily sighed. She picked up the menu. “What are you ordering?” “You choose for me,” Carson said. “No. I’m not your babysitter.” Carson leaned forward, resting his elbows on the table. “Then order for both of us. I’ll eat whatever you eat.” Lily raised her eyes at him. “Why?” “Because,” Carson said with a small shrug, “I like your choices.” Lily shook her head but said nothing more. She ordered for both of them, ignoring his gaze on her. While they waited for the food, Carson leaned back again. His voice was calm, almost too calm. “Do you still hate me right now?” Lily blinked, caught off guard. “What?” Carson tilted his head. “Do you