It’s Love That Blinds Him – Chapter 85

The autumn sun was warm and pleasant. It shone through the windows, creating a warm and comfortable atmosphere. Lucia hadn’t moved since she entered the room. She just lay there lazily. The sunlight streaming in through the windows did not touch his body, but was scattered around the room in a delicate display. The comfortable, calm atmosphere combined with the heat made her even less inclined to get up.

“Lucia,” Kathryn called, poking her head into the room after a brief knock.

Lucia quickly twisted to sit up when she heard Catherine’s voice. She smiled at Catherine as the latter entered the room. Kathryn was unlike any other woman Lucia had ever met. She had a special feeling for her. And she loved him very much. Maybe it had something to do with his bright eyes and pure heart. Or maybe it was the gentle way the corners of her eyes crinkled when she smiled. She had an innocent look that always made Lucia jealous. Lucia had been a part of the company for so long now that she was sure she had lost that spark.

ith a smile.

d with a warm smile.

hryn, whoever marries you will be very, very happy. You are literally the complete package. You can keep a massive house and still cook a wonderful dinner. Not to mention you have the most beautiful smile and your eyes are the

ords and she looked a little shy.

e really loved Catherine.

ed and followed Kathryn downstairs to the dining room. Even the dining room wasn’t as ordinary as a normal family’s. Kathryn had decorated every inch of it. There were an assortment of refrigerator magnets stuck to the door frames, various decorations and odds and ends that made the whole place feel like a home.

was very evident.

thryn as she served the seafood risotto and borscht. Kathryn smiled at him as she sat down across from Lucia. The smell of the food was so tempting that Lucia couldn’t help but swallow it. Only now did she realize that she had forgotten to eat all day. She had been so busy that the thought of food had been the last thing on her mind. But the delicious rice and hot soup filled the hungry pit of his stomach.

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 “If only he loved my cooking as much as Lucia…” Catherine’s smile faded and the bright light in her eyes diminished at the t

e she missed. Lucia easily acknowledged her pain. It was the feeling of wanting something so desperately, but being unable to achieve it. Such a beautiful elf girl shouldn’t look sad. The emotion didn’t seem right to him.

iss him? asked Lucy.

in confusion.

hat hard to guess,” Lucia teased.

if all her problems had suddenly disappeared. She couldn’t help but think that maybe coming to live here was the right choice.

petuous curiosity. She had to wonder what kind of man had captured Catherine’s heart like that.

ly, resting her chin in her hand .

n did you start having feelings for him?” asked Lucy.

et and what kind of person he was. Most of all, she wanted to know what was so special about him that made Catherine so loyal to him. At her age, she had already reserved her heart for a man who might never love her back.

So my aunt took me in. And then she died too. I was 10 years old when the illness took her away. I had no other parents. I had no other choice but to go to the orphanage. He adopted me. I think he left a lasting impression because of that,” Kathryn said seriously.

fter remembering her words.

t and gently touche

omeless. It kept her off the streets, away from drugs and other harmful things . Just this little piece of conversation was enough for Lucia to have a firm judgment on Kathryn’s character. She was a young girl who loved life and who was thirsty for love. “I remember what you said to

together because he already has someone he loves,

ss. No matter how hard she tried, she just couldn’t hide her feelings.

m. I’m sure there will come a day when he realizes that you’re the one for him,” Lucia said, trying to sound optimistic.

ho were good to her. Lucia didn’t want to talk to Catherine like a child. Not when Catherine was adult enough to have a serious conversation about the things that troubled her. Lucia respected Kathryn in a way

said gratefully, dabbing the tears from the corners of her eyes.

” Lucia said softly as she hugged her.

sure he will be okay with me living here?” Lucia asked quickly .

at? No. He’s never there. If he comes, we usually end up outside. You don’t have to worry,” Catherine said with a small frown and

d sat back in her chair. Lucia gave another small smile and gently patted Kathryn on the head. Then she slipped into her chair and continued eating.

She proudly placed it in front of Lucia.

o full. If you keep feeding me like this I’m going to look like a pig,” Lucia said as she sipped the dr

fridge. Please have as much as you want. Don’t hold back,” Kathryn said, wav

a teased.

softly.

oked up at Kathryn expectantly as she ate

you two?” You and Mr. Evans?” Catherine asked without thinking. Almost as soon as the words had left her mouth, she realized that it

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rested her elbow on the table so she could balance her chin in her hand.

charming. If I’m honest, the first thing that attracted me to him was his looks. Call me fickle, but I like handsome men.” Lucia smiled a little.

e to his heart. Malcolm defended himself so hard that he never let anyone in. But it was more than that; he was so ruthless and cold that it often scared people away.

aid to herself.

ucia, did you lov

Lucia said bitterly.

to start cleaning up.

time, surprised to see how late it already was. She went to the window and looked up at the stars. They were beautiful, winking at him, sparkling for miles and miles. While they were nowhere near as striking as they had been that night, they were enough to ease his loneliness.

suddenly popped into Lucia’s head. She giggled. People s

, I know. But a girl can dream.’