Chapter 70

"How about we grab something outside?" Ariella suggested again. After all, Forrest had done her a huge favor, coming all the way here-she couldn't just let him leave on an empty stomach. "No way, I want to try your cooking. Don't tell me you're scared it won't be edible." "Not at all! I've got full confidence in my cooking. As long as you're not starving, just give me a few minutes." "That's totally fine." He didn't add that he could wait forever if it meant being with her-saying that might spook her. She was skittish like a rabbit sometimes. "I'll be quick!" Ariella smiled over her shoulder before darting into the kitchen. Forrest half wanted to follow her in and help, but he held back-didn't want to come off as clingy. One step at a time, Forrest. Don't push. She'll see how much you care for her eventually. And maybe, just maybe, she'll let you into her world again. Inside the kitchen, Ariella moved about absentmindedly. Forrest showed up without hesitation... but Lucian didn't. Mayb