Chapter 208 When Did You Start Liking Me

Tristan closed the door and turned to look at Cressida. "Did that scare you?" he asked. She shook her head, then walked to the living room and poured herself a glass of water. "I'm used to it." Those words made Tristan's heart clench. He walked over and wrapped his arms around Cressida from behind, resting his chin on her shoulder. "It won't happen again," he said. Her grip tightened on the glass, but she said nothing. "Are you hungry? Let's go grab something to eat," he suggested. They ended up at a music-themed bistro that was still open. Soothing music flowed through the space, dispelling the earlier tension. Cressida took small bites while Tristan, who was sitting across from her, simply looked at her without touching his own food. "You…" She set down her fork, feeling a little awkward under his gaze. "When exactly did you start liking me?" It was the question she'd been turning over since they left the apartment. Tristan looked at Cressida, studying her expression. Her e