Chapter 46

I saw that as a message for both of us, that he relied on me to keep things in check. Otherwise, he'd wind up on his rump.

I found the very idea hilarious.

"I know, right?" Harold also found this humorous, saying, "He should have known not to stand close to the edge."

Crap, That's right, I zoned out again.

Clearly, this was a bad idea.

A break from Adam was necessary.

I pushed my dish of unfinished dumplings to the side, said, "I'm full," and then ate a few more.

He groaned, "Your inability to maintain an appetite never ceases to amaze me."

I responded, "I'm trying to watch my weight."

“Do you have to do that?" With a grin, he told me, "You look beautiful no matter what."

"Thank you. You can finish your meal."

"While you watch?” His brows furrowed, "I'll feel nervous."

“Just get on with it.”

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