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The touch on his fingertips was soft and gentle, like flowers just ready for picking. The new sensations overwhelmed Howard, sending shivers through his scalp and making his thoughts momentarily vanish
But his body reacted before his mind could catch up. Howard carefully laid Rosie down on the sofa, cradling her chin as he enjoyed the vibrant bloom of her lips.
A spark raced through him. Her lips were not just soft, but also sweet. A long–lost memory surfaced–a night many years ago when he had also kissed her.
“Hmm… Rosie in his arms suddenly frowned, letting out a soft, unhappy sound.
Howard froze, quickly pulling away from her. He touched her face and asked. “What’s wrong? Are you uncomfortable!”
Roue pouted, her brow wrinkled. “Daniel…”
In an instant, Howard became stiff, his gaze stuck. She was calling for Daniel. The thought that she was sparked a fire of anger inside him.
was still
tied to that husband, even when drunk.
Did she think it was Daniel who kissed her? His grip loosened, and he jumped to his feet.
As he started to leave. Rosie began to whimper again. “Go… go away!”
alone…
As she spoke, she wrapped her arms tightly around herself, tears quietly flowing down her cheeks. “Leave me Howard was struck, a wave of concern hitting him as a smile quickly appeared. He had misjudged. Knowing her husband, Rosie would surely want space, not closeness.
Howard bent down and hugged her, whispering softly in her car. “He’s not here… Don’t be afraid. He will never have the chance to come near you. again” Rosie had already fallen asleep, unaware of his words, her tears spilling from her eyes.
Howard sighed lightly and pressed his lips to hers again. Their mouths joined, warm and gentle, lovingly intertwined. Slowly, Rosie calmed, slipping peacefully into a deep sleep,
The next day, Josiah arrived early at Sunshine Neighborhood. After dropping Sienna off the night before, he hadn’t had a chance to talk to her. Tara answered the door.
Josiah held out a bag with the logo of Seasonal Bakery. “Here are the muffins that Sienna and Joyce like”
“Mr. Flynn, you are so thoughtful, Tara said with a warm smile as she accepted the bag.
“Is Sienna awake? Josiah pecked inside.
“She’s washing up”
Sienna came out of the bathroom and brielly glanced at Josiah, “Good morning”
Josh nodded with a mile. “Joyce has to go to the hospital today, so I’m here to keep her company” Sienna noticed he remembered things well “Joyer ini’t awake yet; it’s perfect timing for us to talk,” Josiah stepped closer, taking her hand in his, and they sat down on the sofa together. He knew her routine, berakfast was usually shared with Joyce,
He landed her water. Sienna, who liked to drink water upon waking up, accepted it gratefully. During their time at Silver Beach, he had come to
understand her well
(you” Sienna look small sips from
Josiah had a relaxed unde
de on his face. “We’re a
‘re getting married soon, and we need to
to tell Grandma… When do you think would be a good time? I’m
Sienna raised an eyebrow and quietly scoffed. Josial was a classic example of someone who played the fool after taking advantage. If he listened to her, they wouldn’t even be discussing a wedding. “Let’s hold off on telling Grandma for now.
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et those words left her mouth, Josiah frowned. “What are we waiting for?”
vibe vuq, Sienna said, “Don’t y you care
care about Joyce’s feelings?”
still a delay–perhaps a better
as a huge deal. For Joyce, it would mean a significant change in her l
er life. Understanding hit Josiah, and he nodded slowly. I should have
though more.
spend m
nd more time with Joyce. Luckily, I have plenty of free time. Don’t worry: I’ll work hard to help her accept me
ked. With a hint of sarcasm, she replied. “Then let’s hold off on the wedding until Joyce is more accepting.”
Though
new this wouldn’t significantly change the timeline, since Joyce had always liked him, any delay was s
“Good things come to those who wait. Since Howard was getting married, Grandma had almost everything ready for a wedding: sat a already been set up.”
cedded Sicuna of Rosie, prompting her to ask curiously, “What about Howard and Rosie? Aren’t they… planning to marry?”
Jonah chuckled lightly. If they do, it won’t be anytime soon. Howard is pretty shy: Rosie doesn’t know his true feelings yet, maybe
that moment, a cry filled the air, interrupting their conversation.
get up, but Josiah stopped her. “Stay seated, I’ll go. This was a perfect chance to strengthen their father–daughter bond. He
the room.
pressed her lips together, deep in thought. ‘Can Rosie and Howard make it work? Josiah said Howard had feelings for Rosie, but what about Kosur Does the feel the same about Howard?
hadn’t seen Rosie in days; she should find time to check on her.
Joye sat up in her blanket with messy hair, having just woken, her eyes still closed as she cried. Looking at Joyce, Josiah felt his heart
odge of the bed and lifted his little girl into his arms, letting her head rest on his shoulder as he gently walked around the room. stopen yet, right?. His large hand gently patted Joyce in his arms. “No rush. Take your time, Joyce.”
Jerely faded, her tear–streaked face looking up at Josiah. “Josiah…”
mile. It’s me. Your mommy is waiting for us outside. Let’s get dressed, okay?”
ad chosen her outfit the night before. “Josiah, it’s over there? She pointed to the corner where her clothes hung on a rack. Sval held her in one arm while grabbing the clothes with the other, then carefully set Joyce down, helping her change into her outfit.
mey, Sienna watched quietly. She suddenly thought that given Josiah’s patience with Joyce, if she were to refuse him, he wouldn’t really
in disregard Joyce.
thew, her phone ring it was a call from Rosie. “Hello, Rosie.”
2000 lonze time, could you come visie? I have something… I wish to talk about with you.” Rosie’s voice was soft, tinged with a hint of
