Chapter 5 I interrupted him : It doesnt matter anymore , Sebastian Clem .
Its all in the past , lets not bring it up again .
It was my misunderstanding , I misjudged you and her He seemed to want to speak but , seeing my dismissive and irritated demeanor , his words were caught in his throat .
Sebastian Clem stood there , tense , just quietly watching me .
In the past , I would have initiated , asking him if something was wrong , if he had something on his mind .
1/8 Chapter 5 + 5 Points Most of the time , Sebastian Clem would say no , or that I was overthinking .
But this time , I could sense it he had something important to say to me .
Something very , very important .

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If only I would ask , if only I would show some care .
He wouldnt pretend to be aloof ; he would open up completely to me .
Under his expectant gaze , I finally spoke : Sebastian Clem .
Good night .
I saw the shock and disbelief in his 2/8 Chapter 5 + 5 Points expression , the disappointment in his eyes almost palpable , his smile fixed in place , looking forlorn and pitiful .
But I didnt continue , I turned my back to him and went to sleep .
That night , Sebastian Clem didnt say another word .
The night was long .
But , for once , I finally got a good nights sleep .
Without having to think about his affairs .
Sebastian Clem had changed so drastically .
To the point where it frightened me .
He started coming home right after work , 3/8 Chapter 5 + 5 Points bringing roses and cake to cheer me up .
The fantasy I once longed for had finally come true , yet I couldnt muster any excitement ; instead , I felt dissatisfaction and resentment .
pursed my lips and finally gathered the courage to speak : These roses will wither in a few days , and too much cake will raise my blood sugar .
And besides , weve been married for so many years .
With no parents around here , you dont need to put on an act .
Theres so much to deal with at the company ; you dont have to worry about things at home .
Work late if you need to , go to dinners if you have to , I wont overthink it .
4/8 Chapter 5 + 5 Points Sebastian Clem got home earlier and earlier , which indirectly meant I hadnt seen my young beau for two or three days .
Perhaps it was my tone , filled with grievance and lacking the joy Sebastian Clem hoped for , that made his smile fade .
Especially when he finally noticed .
Fresh white jasmine in the living room vase .
The air thick with the sweet scent of strawberry cream .
Sebastian Clem snapped back and , right before I could speak , suddenly raised his voice and asked : Im making dinner , what would you like to eat ? 5/8 Chapter 5 + 5 Points .
Chinese ? Or French ? Sebastian Clem uncharacteristically stood his ground , waiting for my answer .
I looked at him in confusion , but when I looked up , I met his reddened eyes .
His tone was calm , but his voice was gentler than ever : Whatever you want , Ill make it for you .
It wont take long , I wont keep you waiting .
I couldnt ignore the plea in his eyes .
Sebastian Clem was pleading with me .
It was shocking .
But why ? 6/8 Chapter 5 + 5 Points I pursed my lips , under his eager gaze , and eventually gave in : I want spaghetti .
As soon as I spoke , Sebastian Clems tension eased , his smile became more natural , and he replied , Okay .
But , unfortunately , before he finished cooking .
The phone rang in the living room .
And this time , the one who left was me .
I shared most of Sebastian Clems odd behavior with Lars Clarke .
I was puzzled : 7/8 Chapter 5 + 5 Points So , why is he doing this ? Its just not like him .
Lars Clarke chuckled softly , his eyes gentle but sharp , and simply said , Hes being pathetic .
Before I could process what he said , Lars Clarke immediately changed his expression , looking bashful : Valentines Day is coming up in a few days , and you promised youll spend it with me .
Its my first time going on a date with a girl , could we … finish what we didnt last time ? 8/8