C18

EMILY'S POV

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For the umpteenth time, I shuffled uncomfortably in my seat. Alejandro noticed my discomfort and asked if I was okay, but I just responded with a curt nod. Then I fixated my gaze solely on my meal.

"It's delicious." I truthfully complimented his cooking skills.

Almost at once, his voice rang out in a deep chuckle. A part of me felt irritated at that petty act of his