Bianca ignored the comment, grabbing a bowl of oatmeal and setting it in front of him. Here, start with this. It's healthy, and it'll give you energy for the day. He stared at her for a moment, his expression unreadable, before finally sitting down. He picked up a spoon and took a bite. His movement slow and deliberate. Bianca watched him carefully, her heart pounding despite herself as his spoon scraped the bottom of the bowl, she bit back a satisfied grin. Small victories, she thought. Theo set the spoon down, meeting her gaze with his usual cool detachment. Don't think this changes anything, he said. His voice low. Oh, I wouldn't dream of it, Bianca replied. Her tone light, but her eyes gleaming with defiance. He lowered his gaze to the ground. His thoughts hidden behind a stoic expression. The silence stretched uncomfortably, filling the room with a weight. Bianca wasn't sure how to break. After finishing his breakfast, he rose from the table and reached for the door. Are you
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