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She nodded. ‘Mr. Brooker, thank you.”
Felix looked at her and gave a faint smile.
When he wasn’t smiling, he looked intensely serious, and his whole presence gave off a kind like the room shifted around him.
But when he smiled, it was like ice melting into spring
Lauren caught herself staring, a little lost in the momem.
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Meanwhile, in the kitchen, Kate, Anna, and Marilyn were pretending to be hard at work, but kept sneaking peeks into the living room.
Kate’s face lit up as she lowered her voice. “Look at those two. They’re so in sync. Felix really has a soft spot
for Laurie.
Anna nodded quickly. Totally. Mr. Brooker’s usually all business, but with Ms. Bennett, he’s so much. gentler.
The three of them kept pretending to fuss with dishes or clean, but every so often, they’d stick their heads out again, spying on Felix and Lauren with barely hidden curiosity.
And every time Lauren happened to glance their way, they’d instantly snap back to their tasks, acting like they hadn’t just been caught eavesdropping Things between Felix and Lauren were relaxed, even cheerful.
“If you’re free right now, Mr. Felix, we should go pick up some thread and needles,” Lauren said. “The Queen of Blooms embroidery is almost finished, but it still take at least a month to complete. I want to have it done in time for Grandma’s birthday banquet.”
Felix nodded, the corners of his mouth lifting into a warm, indulgent smile. “Whatever you say.”
Lauren felt a little flustered.
She snuck a glance at him. Seeing that his expression hadn’t changed, she let out a quiet breath of relief. Maybe I’m just overthinking it.
The two of them stood up and headed for the door.
Watching them go, Kate clapped her hands together in delight–though her hands barely met. “I knew Felix would like a girl as sweet as Lauren. Look at them, off on a little date already.”
Anna was beaming too. “Honestly, I’ve never seen Mr. Felix act this way around any woman before.”
Marilyn, meanwhile, was genuinely happy for Lauren. Ever since she’d left the Bennett family, she’d seemed lighter and more at case, like the weight she used to carry around had finally lifted. She’s not drowning in sadness anymore. She’s finally living.
Felix drove them into the city, the car gliding smoothly through traffic.
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He parked, got out, and walked around to open Lauren door. With a gentle hand, he shielded her head ast she stepped out. “We’re here.”
Lauren felt surprised again by how considerate he was and thanked him softly. into the shop together.
The two of them walked
The inside of “House of Embroidery” had an old–world charm, the kind that instantly evoked a sense of history and craftsmanship.
Lauren’s eyes lit up at the sight of all the embroidery supplies.
There were rows of colorful threads, beautifully printed fabric, delicate needles, and finely made hoops- all arranged in perfect order.
She wandered toward the shelves and began carefully choosing what she needed.
Felix stayed just behind her, his gaze fixed on her the whole time.
Watching her so absorbed in what she loved brought a quiet warmth to his chest.
Lauren occasionally picked something up, examined it then placed it into her basket.
Felix waited without rushing her. Every now and then, when she needed something from a higher shelf, he’d step in to help her reach it.
After about thirty minutes, Lauren had everything she needed–thread, needles, and more.
They checked out and stepped back into the sunshine, the golden light wrapping around them like a soft
blanket.
But that quiet comfort shattered the moment a familiar voice rang out.
“Well now, what a coincidence running into you here, Mr. Brooker.”
Felix looked up at the sound of the voice and saw Kenneth approaching, his steps measured and confident.
He was dressed in a perfectly tailored suit, a polite smile on his face–but his eyes held something harder
to read.
Though his words were aimed at Felix, his attention was fixed squarely on Lauren’s back.
The moment Lauren heard that voice, she froze. Her hand instinctively clutched Felix’s arm.
When she looked up, her eyes were filled with fear and uncase.
The color drained from her face, and a subtle tremble in through her body.
Felix, thinking back to the intel Josh had uncovered, immediately realized what had Lauren so frightened.
Kenneth kept walking closer, eyes narrowed, watching Lauren. The more he looked, the more convinced he became—this woman’s silhouette was just like Lauren’s..
His suspicion grew with every step.
Still since he believed Lauren had no connection to Felix he didn’t say her name right away He inst
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Felix noticed the shift in Kenneth’s gaze and frowned. Without hesitation, he pulled Lauren into his arms, holding her close so her face was hidden against his chest.
“Mr. Kenneth, can I help you with something?” His voice was cool, almost indifferent.
Kenneth ignored the tone and stopped right in front of them. “Not at all. Just saw you and figured I’d say hello.”
Then his gaze slid back to Lauren. He raised a brow slightly, his voice casual but curious. “And who might this be?”
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