Chapter 546 Polite Yet Distant

Bella and Dominic had never shown much affection in public. Even during meals, they typically kept to themselves. So when Dominic placed a neatly peeled pile of crab and shrimp in front of her, she froze momentarily and blurted, "What's gotten into you?" Dominic's face darkened. She continued, "Did you peel it for me?" Lia burst out laughing. "Wow, Mr. Miller being sweet for once, and you question it? Bella, just accept it! Even if he's acting out of character, isn't it sweet? And if he's 'not himself', who else is to blame but you?" Caught off guard by Dominic's unexpected gesture, Bella felt slightly flustered but warm inside. She murmured a soft thank you and, feeling the need to reciprocate, used the serving tongs to place a piece of freshly served lobster on his plate. The exchange left everyone else at the table staring in disbelief. Finally, Ian broke the silence, laughing. "You two really take 'polite and distant' to a whole new level." Bella simply smiled, not