Chapter 35

Hearing the call, I tossed my phone aside and replied, "Coming." With that, I kicked off my shoes and shuffled to the door in my slippers. As soon as I opened it, I saw Brandon filling up water in the courtyard. There were several white buckets lining up. Once they were full, he effortlessly lifted them. His muscles were visible even through his shirt. It exuded both strength and power. "Why are you filling so many buckets? Are we expecting a water cut?" I asked as I walked over. Kelly glanced at me disapprovingly, silently scolding me with her eyes for my casual slippers. Brandon didn't answer, but Kelly replied, "It's just in case there's one." She then patted Brandon and said, "Tonight, I'll make chicken soup. The two of you should go and buy a couple of chickens for me. Make sure they're free-range. Get some cilantro and green onions as well." This was clearly an excuse to get us out to talk. But considering my oversized slippers, it was indeed a bit inappropriate. However