NovelEnglishChapter 521 Eliza couldn't really refuse, so she handed over her phone. Manuel, with the phone in his grasp, deftly found the perfect angle. "Alright, tilt your head a little, yep, givea smile. Perfect, hold it right there." He snapped a few extra shots just to be sure. Each capture was spot-on.
It had been ages since Eliza had a proper photo taken. Even though her poses were a bit stiff, the pictures looked like they'd been shot in a professional studio. "Wow, you're really good at this. These photos are amazing," Eliza said, scrolling through the gallery with a soft "I've actually never had a girlfriend," Manuel replied coolly, flashing a slightly shy smile at her. "There was a twhen I really got into photography and learned a few tricks." glow of happiness on her face. "Have you always been the go-to photographer for your girlfriends?" "Oh, is that so?" Eliza felt a bit awkward hearing about his lack of past relationships.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtManuel, however, appeared completely at ease. He occasionally snapped scandid shots of Eliza, capturing her in beautiful, natural moments. "I'll send you the photos tonight," he said.
Eliza nodded with a smile, "Sounds great." "I also brought a little something for your baby." He fished out a small red box from his pocket, "It's a tiny silver bracelet for protection. It's not pricey, but I had it specially blessed, hoping you'd accept it." Eliza was momentarily taken aback. Manuel had gone out of his way to get a protective bracelet for her child? The bracelet had a little red bell that chimed softly, a sound that was sweet but not intrusive.
"You really didn't have to..." she said, touched and unsure how to thank him for his kindness. "Manuel, you're incredibly thoughtful. Thank you, from bothand the baby." "No need to thank me, as long as you like it." Eliza cherished this meaningful gift, carefully tucking it into her bag with a serene smile on her face. During dinner, she slipped away under the guise of going to the restroom and popped into a nearby health shop to get spremium supplements for Manuel's parents. Given his thoughtfulness, she felt it was only right to show her appreciation.
After their meal, as they were saying their goodbyes, Eliza loaded the gifts into Manuel's car. "These are for your parents. They're all sorts of supplements that are great for the elderly. Please make sure they get them." Manuel got the message loud and clear. He didn't turn down her gesture. "Then thank you from my parents." "It's the least I could do. I'm heading out now," she said, giving him a polite wave. "Take care." Manuel watched her car disappear down the road before he got back into his own. Eliza felt a sense of contentment. It wasn't just that she felt so at ease with Manuel; it was his thoughtfulness that resonated with her. Just like Autumn had said, he understood the ways world, and being with him d mean less stress. Life might not be extravagant, but it would be comfortably simple, which was exactly what she wanted.
If only...
She and he... they probably weren't meant to be. She drove back to her apartment building, her mind a whirl of thoughts. Carrying her bag, she walked upstairs.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmOpening the door, she found Casper sitting in the living room, a
half-smoked cigarette in his hand.
Smoke clung to the e air in theinsmall apartment and she coughed softly, heading to the balcony to let in sfresh air.
"Why so much smoke?" she asked.
He didn't answer, just looked up at her with eyes that seemed to weigh and measure her. "Where have you been?" he finally inquired. Eliza felt her heart skip, but she didn't hide it. "I went out for dinner." "With who?"
Turning to face Casper's shadowed expression, she wondered if he m already knew and was testing her, or if he was genuinely curious about her dinner companion.
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