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Chapter 29 - Don't Get It Wet

Thea was engrossed in the kitchen, busily preparing the dishes for lunch. She opened the refrigerator and retrieved the fresh vegetables,meat, and other essential ingredients she needed.

She carved through the vegetables in a steady rhythm, but the distinct sensation of unseen eyes made her freeze.

Snapping around, she saw Ryder motionless in the doorway, watching her with unnerving stillness.

"What are you doing here?" Thea asked, a hint of surprise in her voice. "Your meeting is important. Don't waste your time here."

Ryder's gaze lingered on hers for a moment before he replied, "Didn't you hear Grandma's words?"

Thea shook her head,she didn't hear the words her grandma said before.

"The meeting is cancelled," Ryder explained. "I'll be staying for lunch instead."

"Ooh..." she replied, before resuming her work, her hands moving deftly as she chopped the vegetables.

Ryder took a step forward, offering to help. "Do you want a hand?"

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