Chapter 71
Shelmaine only took several bites of her food. While sipping on her drink, she asked, “Wouldn’t you mind what others will say?
Julien asked confusingly, “What do you mean?”
‘T’ve been divorced, and my ex–husband is your cousin. Your family might find it hard to accept. Although dating isn’t the same as marrying, people will still talk about it.” Julien responded calmly. “They will gossip, but I’ll try not to let them do it in front of you. I don’t care about such matters. But if you do, I can make them shut up.” Shotmaine smiled gently. Despite her weight loss, her complexion had improved significantly. Her makeup was so light that it appeared as if she wasn’t wearing any Her lips were fall and soft, forming a lovely pointed curve as she smiled.
She smiled without saying a word
When she casually picked up a glass of wine, Julien grabbed her hand and stopped her. “Don’t drink. It’s not good for your health.”
He was referring to her miscarriage.
He was aware of it, especially since Shelmaine wore a fitted strap dress that accentuated her delicate curves.
Shelmine didn’t hide her thoughts and said, “I’m feeling a lot better now.”
**Well, you still can’t drink.” Julien was concerned about her health. He took the glass of wine from her and ordered a walter to bring her blueberry juice. “Have something swet instead.”
shelmaine accepted it and said, “Don’t you have any questions for me?
“You can talk to me whenever you feel ready. Don’t feel burdened. I want you to be in your most relaxed state when you’re with me.”
shelmaine lowered her gaze and fell silent.
After dinner, Shelmaine and Julien strolled through a nearby shopping street
Since she hadn’t worn high heels in a while, she had to walk slowly in them. Julien matched her pace and maintained a respectful distance.
The shopping street was crowded in the evening. There were times when Shelmaine almost bumped into some passersby, Julien quickly pulled her closer to him
She didn’t resist and eventually let him hold her waist.
Shelmine stopped in front of a jewelry store and noticed many cute cartoon accessories from the display window. As she bent down, she covered her chest to avoid any wardrobe malfunctions
While focusing on the displayed products, Julien asked if she fancied them.
She nodded. “I used to love colecting these when I was in college. After graduating, I found a huge box of my collections and gave them to my juniors.”
“Why didn’t you take them with you!
“Icouldn’t” she responded nonchalantly.
Julien removed his jacket and draped it over her. As she looked up at him, he said, “I’m feeling too warm. Since you’re feeling cold, you should wear it.” She didn’t remember saying she was cold.
But since it could prevent wardrobe malfunctions, she wore it.
“Thanks.”
Shelmaine got up and was about to leave, pulien asked curiously, “Aren’t you going to buy anything?”
“There’s no spare at home to keep it.”
She walod ahead without looking back
Jelen followed her.
After awhile, Shelmaine felt ab tired and entered a coffee shop to get some coffee. Julien appeared hesitant while fiddling with his phone.
Shelmaine asked casually. “Are you occupied with your work?”
*No, I’m not ”
