#Chapter 79: Chicken Or Egg

Ava I stepped out of the front door of my cottage, feeling much better after a shower and changing into some clean clothes. Chris, who had been waiting for me in the garden, met my gaze as I approached and shot me one of his signature roguish smirks. “You look hot.” “Not in public,” I teased, swatting at him; although, the compliment did make my cheeks heat up a bit. I had picked out a flowy sundress, sandals, and a wide-brimmed hat to protect my face from the sun. “So, where are we headed?” he asked, sticking his hands into his pockets as we began to walk. I nodded my head toward the sound of the temple bell up ahead. “You don’t know?” I asked. Chris furrowed his brow. “The temple? Since when do you visit the temple?” I shrugged. “It’s been a while,” I admitted, “but it’s a nice day, and maybe after what happened yesterday…” I paused, shooting him a sidelong glance. He seemed to get the idea, and nodded. “I see. What’s your offering?” Smiling, I pul