Charlotte set the cake down on the table, then turned and went straight into the kitchen, skipping even the basic courtesy of pouring Ethan a glass of water.It was clearly not a welcoming gesture.Ethan understood that perfectly well, yet he still sat quietly on the sofa, pretending not to notice.Out of the corner of his eye, however, he caught sight of the kitchen—where Charlotte and Noah stood close together, chatting and laughing.Charlotte handed Noah a freshly mixed drink. He took a spoonful, tasted it, and nodded. "Not bad."Then, without another word, he poured a glass and walked over to Ethan."Charlotte's special blend. It's good."Ethan's lips twitched slightly. He accepted the glass, only to set it down on the table. "Thanks.""By the way, how's your condition? Are your injuries healing?"Noah's tone was calm, but there was something unhidden in his gaze. It almost seemed like genuine concern.Ethan looked at him for a moment before replying, "Much better.""Tha
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