Chapter 107 - Do it Again

Suddenly, a waiter approaches us and clears his throat. Liam and I look at him. There is an awkward smile on his face.

“Apologies for disturbing you, ma’am, sir, but your food is ready. Should I... ahm, send it here? Or should I pack it up or something?” he asks.

Given the time to breathe, I reach for my wineglass and take a slow, deliberate sip. As the rich liquid warms my throat, I resolve to face my emotions head-on.

“We are going to continue our date night here,” Liam answers while staring hard at me.

The waiter gestures for the others to come closer. They set down plates and bowls in front of the table while Liam fixes himself and sits across me.

When the waiters leave, Liam reaches for my hand again. “You see, Cassie. You might have forgotten, but this is the anniversary of when we met at that police station. The first time you kissed me.”

“Oh.”

“You also think that you were not pretty enough back then. That you are undeserving of love.”

I purse my lips again. I glance at