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Chapter 288 He said , staring at Charlotte . " You couldn't stand it , so you secretly took me out to eat every day . " Charlotte's hand , holding the fork , paused for a moment . Then , as if nothing happened , she picked up some of the Tomato & Egg Stir - fry with her fork , put it in her mouth , and mumbled , " That's ancient history . Who even remembers ? " " I remember . " Bradley's voice was subdued . " I remember everything about you . " Charlotte found the food in her mouth hard to swallow . It was actually delicious .

The eggs were cooked just right- tender , smooth , and savory , coated in a sweet and sour sauce that was very appetizing . She just felt guilty . Chapter 288 " Let's not talk about it . Let's eat first . " " Mm . " Bradley nodded , and they continued to eat in silence . When they finished eating , Charlotte put down her fork , stood up , and reached for the dishes . " I'll do the dishes . " At almost the same time , Bradley also stood up , his large hand pressing down on the back of hers as she was about to pick up the plate .

His palm was warm against her cool skin , and they both paused almost imperceptibly . " I'll do it . " Bradley's voice wasn't loud , but it carried an undeniable tone . Charlotte instinctively pulled her hand back , as if burned by the warmth . She forced a smile , trying to lighten her tone . " It's not right to make a guest do the dishes . Chapter 288 You should sit and rest . " " Guest ? " Bradley's brows knitted together instantly , his face darkened , and the gentle warmth from before vanished completely as he stared at her with sharp eyes . " Charlotte , am I just a ' guest ' to you ?

" Charlotte was taken aback by his sudden change in attitude , knowing she had said the wrong thing . She looked at his tense jawline and clearly displeased expression , sighed to herself , and softened her tone : " That's not what I meant ... Look , you made dinner , and it was so delicious I'm stuffed . How could I let you do the dishes too ? " She paused , her gaze falling on his hands - with their well- defined knuckles - that once only played sports and games , but could now perform surgery and cook delicious meals . Charlotte's voice grew softer , almost like a sigh : " It's just ...

it pains me . I don't want you to do any more work . " The last sentence was light as air , but it was like a feather , Chapter 288 precisely tickling the most tender spot in Bradley's heart . The cold , hard aura around him just melted away . He silently watched Charlotte as she stood by the table , her eyelashes lowered , looking a little lost . He watched for several seconds , then let out a nearly inaudible sigh and released his hand . " Mm . " He gave a low hum of agreement and didn't insist , turning to walk to the living room .

His back seemed much more relaxed , but it was still straight . Charlotte watched his back , her heart filled with mixed emotions . She quickly cleared the dishes and carried them into the kitchen . The sound of the running faucet covered her somewhat erratic heartbeat . Bradley sat on the living room sofa . He didn't turn on the TV , just stared intently in the direction of the kitchen . Chapter 288 The glass door reflected her blurry , busy figure , the warm yellow light outlining her silhouette . It pains her ...

The phrase swirled in his mind , bringing a faint sweetness that was quickly drowned by a greater bitterness . Her feelings for him ... perhaps there was still some old affection , the care of an older sister for a younger brother , maybe even a hint of guilt . But was there any love in any of it ? Even a little bit ? Charlotte was looking down , rinsing the soap off the rim of a bowl . Outside the kitchen , Bradley's phone on the sofa began to ring unexpectedly . Bradley frowned and glanced at the screen . It was an unknown number with no contact name , but the area code was local .

He didn't want to answer , but the ringing was persistent . Taking a deep breath , Bradley hit the answer button , his voice clearly impatient . " Hello ? " Chapter 288 A woman's whiny , tearful voice immediately came from the other end . " Bradley ... is that you , Bradley ? I'm your father's ... " The woman's voice was choppy , crying as she spoke . Halfway through , Bradley guessed who she was . " Speak . " " Help me . Can you help me talk to Mr. Kline ? Please ? I know I was wrong , I really do . I don't want to break up ... I genuinely love Mr. Kline ...

" Bradley's expression darkened instantly , a flash of disgust in his eyes . He'd seen plenty of his father's flock of mistresses . They all claimed to be " genuine , " but all they wanted was his father's money and status . He instinctively looked up toward the kitchen . Behind the glass door , Charlotte was focused on washing the dishes . Bradley grew even more irritated . Chapter 289 Chapter 289 Cedella Cedella is a passionate storyteller known for her bold romantic and spicy novels that keep readers hooked from the very first chapter.

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