Chapter 389

Perhaps Hugh had been overthinking it back then. He thought that single rose might stir something in Serena's heart. He believed that if he took it slowly, he would eventually find a way into her heart. It turned out he was still far from it. They sat in silence, each lost in their own thoughts. … The birthday party on the island had started in a lively bustle and ended in quiet calm. When they returned to Javerton City, the moment their feet touched solid ground, the soft sea breeze was replaced by the sharp gusts slicing through the concrete jungle. Serena and Hugh returned to their homes in Crestview Bay. After a few days apart, Snuggle meowed and clung to her affectionately. He rubbed against her legs and flopped over to show his belly. "I'm so sorry, my adorable Snuggie. I was worried you'd get seasick, so I left you behind." Serena didn't even bother closing the door. She scooped him right up and buried her face in his soft belly, taking a deep, contented sniff. Snuggle