It’s Love That Blinds Him – Chapter 22

To Lucia’s surprise, the attempted street murder had not received much publicity, aside from a brief appearance on the television news two days after the incident. No reporters appeared outside the building, looking for every detail, and she was able to come and go as usual.

After taking Malcolm’s house map in the morning, Lucia returned to the apartment in the evening. But to his surprise, Malcolm wasn’t there.

It was her third day in the apartment and she still hadn’t seen any trace of Malcolm. Lucia felt like they were both inflexible, playing a very boring game. When one of them took a step forward, the other took a step back.

her dear husband to return.

it was due to the turmo

go to a bar after work. Tired from overtime, all she wanted to do was go home and get some sleep.

the office went out one by one. It was already eight o’clock in the evening. Lucia tidied up her desk and took her purse from the coat rack. She then put her phone in her pocket,

is point? » Malcolm’s magnetic voice was heard on the other end of

lf. What would you say about dinner

colm chuckled.

ushed to the elevator. She was always honest and very bad at hiding her true thoughts and feelings. “I missed him immensely. » She didn’t seem to know when this man

e shaking his head.

starving,” Lucia said, looking at him evilly.

now was to sit quietly for a while, rest, eat a good meal and get a good night’s sleep.

r. That, mixed with the smell of the ocean, made him feel safe and comfortable. That’s why she fell asleep so quickly.

e here,” Malcolm announced, placing his jacket in the back seat before getting out of the car and walk

into a gentleman. As she got out of the car, he put his hand on Lucia’s waist and began to lead her forward.

They were in front of Pastasweet, Lucia’s favorite place in the city.

lm asked, his eyes lighting up wi

his place?” », asked Lucia bluntly.

stead of dinner. » Malcolm gave him a gentle push and they began to climb the steps, towards the front doors of the restaurant.

need men who knew them so well that they gave them what they needed without being asked.

is arms. Protected and cherished. As if this man could give her everything she ever wanted.

ake him anxious.

thing,” Lucia

this place. Whenever Sophia visited him, they always came there for dinner.

e reached their ears.

was Kathryn, the girl with elven features. The waitress uniform was a little too big for her, but it couldn’t hide her liveliness.

olm and frowned. Then she pulled herself together and became happy again. Lucia pulled herself together as well and asked, “Kathryn, what are you doing here?” » She couldn’t keep the disbelief from her voice, even if she wanted to.

», thought Lucia.

re? », replied Kathryn with humor.

had looked at him askance for a moment, and he didn’t fail to notice her searching gaze. “Is it curiosity? Or does she have other intentions? “, he asked himself.

estaurant risks being closed before you have eate

ter grabbing their menus, Kathryn nodded to Lucia and headed into the kitchen.

managed to return her normal, happy expression.

differently, taking the napkin that was placed next to his plate and wiping his lips.

wanting to hide anything from Malcolm.

s the first time he had seen Lucia so relaxed in front of him, all her defenses down.

isurely, as usual. On the other hand, Malcolm maintained his usual elegance and ate at his ease.

egance could go hand in hand.

looked up at Malcolm and was surprised to see that he had already finished his meal and was looking at her silently.

This is who I am. I’m not an elegant eater like you,” Luci

d up, leaned over the table and placed a soft kiss on Lucia’s forehead. Then he sat back down as if nothing had hap

u a wildcat!” “, Malcolm said. Obviously he was in a joking mood.

alcolm’s dessert.

Have I ever said I like you?” “, Malcolm rep

a blow, to be honest.

ly at her as she let Malcolm lead her.

oice made them stop in their tracks.

ht Lucia.

t have time to put it on when she was busy. The woman gave Malcolm a cute smile, keeping her teeth out of sight, and her voice was both soft and sharp. “How do they know each other? », thought Lucia curiously.

oincidence to run into you here.” Is this Miss Garcia? » With a smile, Susan greeted Lucia with a graceful nod.

responded with a nod, but she sensed something was wrong with Susan. “His smile is not reflected in his eye

very cold.

happened to see you passing by. So I thought the polite thing to do was to greet you and your… friend,” Susan explained elegantly. His logic could not be dismantled.

eel him. But when Lucia turned to look behind her, Susan was no longer there.

hat a