Chapter 39: His Heart

Avery's eyes widened after hearing his words. Her heart instantly melted even if this kind of date was not new to her. As a mistress for years, she was used to being hidden from the public and it was good for her too so she won't be associated with her ex-partner.

But hearing this from Carson felt different. It felt real and genuine. He listened to what she felt a while ago and he did something to make her feel okay. He then got the folder out of her hands and led her to her seat.

He pulled the chair for her and she gladly sat. He then did the same and sat across her. There was salad, pasta, fries, and steak. The aroma of the room made her relax and forget about her problems.

"Why are you doing this?" She knew she didn't have to ask but she wanted to hear it from him.

Carson was about to take a bite of the salad when he paused. "I felt that ever since we met, all we ever did was test each other. I test to see if you are real towards me and you test what kind of man I am. I guess