Chapter 1454

“I… I’m sorry.” Rachel’s cheeks were flushed like ripe tomatoes. “Ms. Mead.” Ian’s breath quickened. He whispered to her, “You look really beautiful today.” Rachel blushed and was flustered. She quickly straightened up and moved away from Ian’s embrace. Justin struggled to suppress his emotions and hugged Bella tightly, his eyes red. “Bella, thank you for your hard work.” Bella leaned against his chest, giggling like a woman completely immersed in happiness. “What hard work? I just invited everyone over for a meal. Oh, by the way, Carrie caught a cold from sleeping with the window open these past few days, so Ryan couldn’t make it tonight and stayed home to take care of her. Your best friend wanted me to tell you to enjoy your meal and eat his portion too.” “Okay.” Justin looked down at her face with lowered eyes, his heart contracting intensely and tears welling up in his eyes. “Thank you, Young Madam…” After seeing his crush, Ian was too overwhelmed to express his feelings. So