Nicholas Croft accompanied Beatrice Hargrave to the mall and bought a lot of stuff before heading back. They didn't invite a few good friends to celebrate, nor did they share the news of their marriage certificate with anyone. The two were just this willful, not even celebrating at a restaurant outside.
Nicholas gave the housekeeper a day off and prepared a delicate dinner himself.
While he cooked at the stove, Beatrice held him from behind like a conjoined twin, peeking out from under his arm as he washed vegetables, made salads, and fried steak…
In the villa, it wasn't as brightly lit as before, as if the power was out, with only a candelabra illuminated the dining table.
The dinner wasn't particularly lavish: two heart-shaped steaks, a salad, and Beatrice's favorite chicken wings.
