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Chapter 9

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After dinner, Nick suggested a walk by the river.

The night air was gentle. The breeze along the river felt cool and soothing. Without a word, he took off his jacket and draped it over my shoulders. The motion was so natural it didn't feel deliberate.

"Cold?" he asked.

I shook my head, but still found myself inching a little closer to him.

"You really don't remember?" he asked suddenly.

My heart skipped a beat. "W-what do you mean?"

"That charity gala when we were kids—the first time I saw you," he said. "You stood out to me even then. So calm, so composed. You sat quietly in the corner, like a painting come to life. I remember thinking you didn't seem like a child at all.

"I was shy back then," he continued. "I really wanted a slice of cake from the table, but my parents weren't around and I didn't dare ask the other adults. I tried reaching for it a few times but couldn't. I was sulking in the corner when you came over and shared your piece with me."

I stared at him, stunned.
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