Chapter 153

Even now, so many years later, after life and time had worn down their rough edges and made them more reserved, Bear could still sense that Shirley’s feelings for Liam were different from how she felt about anyone else, just from her occasional glances and expressions.

But since they were all middle-aged, no one expressed their feelings as openly as they had when they were young.

At twenty, you could easily tell someone, "I like you" or "I love you." But by the time you’re nearly forty, doing so isn’t being straightforward—it’s just foolish.

"Perfect match, my foot. You’re always spouting nonsense," Shirley blushed, giving him a light scolding. She then stole a glance at Liam, but seeing that he didn’t react at all to their exchange, a hint of sadness flickered in her eyes before she quickly returned to normal.

After this brief interlude, Cole decided not to let everyone order their own dishes and took charge himself.

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