Chapter 188

• That evening, as Lily stepped into her home, exhaustion from a long day weighed on her. However, the moment she walked through the door, her senses were greeted by the delightful aroma of freshly cooked food. She placed the gifts and trinkets she had brought home on the table, then made her way toward the kitchen to investigate.
• Inside, Ethan was busy cooking, his casual attire giving him an approachable, boy-next-door charm.
• "Rough day?" he asked, glancing up from the stove and noticing her leaning against the doorway.