Chapter 312. I Have More Past Lives?

ASHER

[Flashback continues]

“Sorry, sorry… I just remembered something, so… so I got distracted…” I pouted slightly, rubbing the back of my head as Raoul pulled away from the hug and returned to his seat across from me.

“My bad too… I should’ve asked first if… if it was okay to hug you,” he said, bowing his head slightly, his voice tinged with hesitation.

“It’s okay…” I reached out to tap his hand lightly, encouraging him to look at me. When his eyes met mine, I smiled, hoping to reassure him. “Thank you for… for that comforting hug.” My voice softened as I spoke. It was exactly what I had needed, and I appreciated him for offering it.

“You… you gave me one earlier when I needed it,” he replied with a warm smile that mirrored my own. “So… you’re very much welcome.” He took a sip of his coffee, and I followed suit, letting the warm liquid ground me after the emotional moment.

After setting my cup down, I asked, “So… you’re basically saying t