Charlotte Thompson’s brows flickered, and without waiting for Justin Battleson to answer, she headed straight for the kitchen.
There were still some ingredients left in the kitchen. She had intended to cook vegetable noodles for the kids at noon, but Justin bought quite a number of groceries without informing her.
Indeed behaving like a sheltered young master, buying whatever he fancied.
She first washed the vegetables and placed them in the sink, their vibrant hues making them look rather appetizing. She removed the roots of the vegetables and cut away the superfluous parts with skilled movements.
Justin watched her busy in the kitchen from a slight distance. Unconsciously, his throat moved, and a flicker of surprise and excitement entered his gaze.
Charlotte was willing to cook for him. Could this mean their relationship had taken another step forward?
Subconsciously, he approached her.
Charlotte was seen filling the pot with water before adding the noodles and then the vegetables. The red chili peppers and tomatoes and the green leafy spinach were thrown in. The tomatoes released their juice into the soup, mixing with the noodles, and a heavenly aroma began to waft in the air.
She watched the heat closely with her head down, eyes focused, lips slightly pursed. Her seaweed-like hair was casually done up into a bun, held in place with a blue hair tie.
Justin quietly observed Charlotte, preoccupied with her work, utterly unaware that he was standing just a few meters away.
Charlotte scooped up a half spoonful of soup and lightly tasted it. The vegetables had soaked up the soup and given it a nice aroma, but it seemed she had forgotten to add condiments. Brows furrowing, she put the spoon aside to grab some spices. When she turned back, she was startled by Justin’s proximity.
She leaned forward, looking as if she would topple any moment. Justin swiftly took a step forward, extending a hand to grab her around the waist.
She leaned against Justin, their eyes meeting. Clearly, she could see the affection deep in his gaze. She was temporarily stunned as if time had stopped, only their heartbeats audible.
"I..." She diverted her gaze, stammering a little.
"Can you...let go of me...the noodles are going to burn."
With that, she turned toward the steaming pot, her voice holding a slight hint of girlish shyness.
Justin loosened his grip, the stoic expression washed away from his face, leaving it faintly relaxed.
He focused on the steaming pot and began to talk slowly.
"What are you up to? It smells amazing."
"Vegetable noodles." Charlotte quickly took the spices from the cupboard nearby and sprinkled some into the pot.
The noodles were almost done, and she couldn’t exactly ask Justin to go outside. She dished up a bowl of noodles in a beautiful ceramic dish and gently spoke.
Charlotte leaned her cheek on her hand, her eyes twinkling, the dimple by her lips slightly fluttering. This made Justin’s throat move again.
Indeed, the noodles were a feast for the eyes.
A rush of joy washed over Justin. After all, this was the first time she had properly cooked for him.
While the vegetable noodles were a simple dish, his heart wouldn’t stop fluttering. He picked up the chopsticks and started tasting the dish, his lips curling into a rare smile.
Upon tasting the noodles, his eyes surprisingly brightened. An indescribable joy could be seen on his exquisite face. Overwhelmed, he couldn’t help but speak.
"It tastes really good."
Hearing his words, Charlotte couldn’t help but smile. Her eyes curving as she responded.
Justin didn’t hold back, digging in heartily. Official source is novel·fıre·net
Charlotte quietly watched him enjoy the noodles.