Chapter 44 I Marry Me

Via looked at Sean who was feeding her. He patienttly scooped mouthful after mouthful. He didn’t complain when Via was slow to chew, or reluctant to accept food which was thrust in front of her mouth. He just kept smiling and made Via unconsciously finish more than half the bowl of soup.

“I’m full,” Via finally said, looking away as Sean held the spoon to her lips.

Sean put the stainless spoon back in the porcelain bowl and set it on the table. He gave a glass of mineral water. Via accepted without protest.

This time, he turned to the fruit on the table.  He peeled the skin of the apple that had been in the tray. Sean’s fingers were so good at peeling fruit in his hand. He split the fruit into several pieces, then fed it to Via again.

She stared at the fruit which was only inches in front of her face. She even stole a glance at Sean who was sitting quietly.

Seeing the struggle of Sean who fed her, Via relented and