Chapter 119

Epic 119

Jasmine laughed, the sound soft and intimate in the quiet of the kitchen. "You look like you haven't eaten in months," she teased, a playful smirk on her lips.

Kyrian shrugged, smiling sheepishly as he loaded his fork with another mouthful of pasta. "I guess I've just been a little preoccupied," he said, his voice a mix of embarrassment and delight.

Jasmine nodded, a warm affection shining in her eyes. "I know," she said. "But tonight, we're just going to enjoy the food and each other's company. As they ate, the atmosphere in the kitchen softened, the conversation flowing easily between them. Jasmine told stories from her childhood, sharing memories that made Kyrian laugh. Kyrian, in turn, shared some of the more ridiculous cases he and Inspector Ken had worked on.

They ate until they were full, their bellies content and their hearts lightened. And as they sat back in their chairs, sated and happy, Jasmine reached across the table and placed her hand over Kyrian's.

"Thank you