Chapter 84 - love of my life

By the time Liam finishes all his undone work, it was almost dinner time. Glancing at the unmoving figure perched on one of his comfortable sofas, a smile of satisfaction formed on his lips.

This is the first time that Seraphina stayed on his office and waited for him. Though he clearly knew that she was just complying under Sebastian Yue's request, he was still contented.

Slowly making his way towards her direction, his gaze softens even more seeing her angelic face soundlessly resting. He calmly went closer to her; enchanted. Unlike when she was in a coma and her captivating appearance was drained of blood, this time, though her eyes were closed, her healthy skin and glowing image were enough to make his heart race uncontrollably. Though she looked more m_a_t_u_r_ed now compare to when he first met her, she still looks dazzling.

Liam's mind was filled with her. He knew that this girl doesn't feel the same towards him. He knew that she only likes teasing him and doesn't keep it to her heart. He knew that in her eyes, she sees him as a friend, yet, that only makes him more determined; for her to see him as a man, a potential lover and a worthy husband. The only reason why he never felt attracted towards other girls was because she held a piece of his heart. She took it away with her when she went overseas.

Alas, he couldn't blame her. It was his fault by falling in love with this unique woman. As he stares at her delicate features, he felt guilty. Since they started dating, the people that surround him always find fault on her. First, Nadine and now Jace. How can these people treat this kind hearted girl in such a harsh manner?

As he was immense in feeling remorseful, slowly, his hand involuntary raised -- attempting to trace her profile, alas, before his hand could touch her, it was abruptly held by a slender hand.

Opening her eyes filled with murderous intent; an indistinct glint flashes across her eyes as it met Liam's stunned gaze. Realizing it was only Liam, she abruptly let his hand go as she shifted her mood to the good abiding Sera.

He was mildly stunned seeing her fleeting gaze moments ago before changing it back to her 'normal self'. It actually made his heart pound not in excitement but in unsettling manner. Her fast transition of attitude made him want to believe that it was only his imagination.

"Doctor, it was you." she languidly spoke, acknowledging his presence.

"Did I disturb you? I'm sorry for keeping you waiting." throwing the idea of fear at the back of his head, he asked.

"Nah, it's fine." she smiled as she leisurely straightens her back.

"Shall we?" asked her to their scheduled dinner with her Grandfather.

"Hmm." she nodded in agreement.

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Reaching the Yue family mansion, the dishes their servants prepared was on a different level. It was as if a grand occasion was taking place. Seraphina's eyes widen seeing the mouth-watering delicacies on their long dining table.

"Gramps, who would finish all this? Are you making us all fat?!" her complaints couldn't be kept on her mind anymore by the overreacting 'simple dinner' prepared by her grandfather.

"Silly brat! Invite young Jin over here and stop complaining!" Sebastian Yue sounded annoyed yet it had a touch of teasing towards her. Seraphina grumpily gestured Liam to the dining area with a smug look on her face.

'I can't even enjoy this much food, damn it!' she scorns inwardly.

Liam with his usual elegant demeanor chuckled lightly by their unusual grandfather-granddaughter interaction. After all, Seraphina only acted this imm_a_t_u_r_e in front of Sebastian Yue.

"Chairman Yue, I'm sorry for keeping you waiting."

"Why are you always apologizing? I understand youngsters these days… they tend to do other things first. Haha!" old man Yue humored which made Seraphina's face distort to the new kind of level.

"Chairman…" Liam chuckled along with his humor.

"Let's eat first before it turns cold." Sebastian Yue invited which they also agreed. Liam sat at the right side of the table, near the seat of honor where old man Yue was sitting. On Liam's right side, Seraphina occupied the seat as per her grandfather specifications. It only meant that Sebastian Yue acknowledges Liam as her future better-half.

Though Liam could sense her disp_l_e_a_s_u_r_e towards the arrangement, it was her grandfather's request and he could only abide.

As they eat, Liam felt a slight discomfort using his right hand due to Seraphina's tight grip earlier. If he thinks rationally enough, Jace's words would make sense. However, he was too blinded by his intense feeling making that option non-existent.

Seeing his trembling hands, Seraphina knew that it was her fault for almost injuring the man in front of her. Alas, he wasn't complaining about it. To make it up to this elegant kind man, she heedlessly put dishes on his plate.

"Use a spoon." she whispers.

Her dispassionate action immediately induces a misunderstanding in Sebastian Yue's mind. In the old man's eyes, she was showing her affection towards Liam Jin which made him even more satisfied with his current romance mission.

Every once in a while, Sebastian Yue would open a topic for conversation for keeping the atmosphere less awkward. In the middle of their meal, Marga's voice was heard.

"I'm home." Seeing that the table was occupied by three; Sebastian Yue, Seraphina, and the respected and famous Doctor Jin. She awkwardly smiles seeing that her mother, Marjorie, wasn't in sight.

"Hey, my dear cousin! Welcome back! Come join us! Hurry!" Seraphina's jet black eyes twinkled seeing her figure come to sight. She invited her over excitedly which only made it seemed rude to reject. As she took a seat, her cousin's bold provoking introduction made her flinch almost dropping her newly picked-up chopsticks.

"Doctor~, this is my cousin, Marga. Cousin, this is Doctor Liam Jin --the love of my life."