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"Understood," Alex responded with a nod."Can you both please lend me a hand instead of being uncooperative?" I pleaded, my voice filled with desperation."Well, why not just express your feelings to her?" Kenny suggested in a nonchalant manner."Is that all?" I asked incredulously."Absolutely, straightforwardness is appreciated by level-headed people like Cassandra," Alex affirmed, nodding in agreement."Great, should I go and tell her right now?" I asked, feeling eager."No way, you fool," Kenny laughed. "Wait until tomorrow when we're out of here!""Be alert," Kenny interrupted abruptly, and all of us directed our attention towards the kitchen where Cassandra had just entered."Hey Kenny, let's change the subject," said Kenny in a swift attempt to shift Cassandra's focus. "Any plans for tonight? Maybe we can catch a movie?"But Cassandra had other ideas. With a mischievous grin on her face, she skipped over to the group and announced, "Nope, we're going to swap ghost stories!"This
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Cassandra inquired with a curious tone, "What are you up to?""I am searching for the pillows to construct the wall, as promised," I clarified.Cassandra's response was light-hearted, "No need to worry, I trust you." Her playful demeanor was infectious, and I couldn't help but dance a little in the dimly lit room. Her trust was reassuring and filled me with relief.In a teasing tone, Cassandra added, "Just so you know, I am well-versed in kickboxing. If you were to try anything, you've been warned." Her words elicited a laugh from me, and I climbed into bed next to her, enfolding my arm around her waist. She did not resist, and I felt a sense of serenity settle over me."Goodnight, pretend husband," whispered Cassandra."Goodnight, pretend wife," I responded with a smile. As I drifted off to sleep, I felt grateful for the connection we had shared and the moment we had just experienced together.Alex's POV:As Kenny and I basked in the cozy comfort of our shared space, I felt a deep sen
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I nodded in agreement, observing as he took a bite of his meal and grimaced. "It's tasteless," he pronounced, and I erupted into laughter.I quickly reached for the ketchup and dunked the French toast in it. "Now it's delicious," I declared, proud of my spur-of-the-moment culinary invention.He smiled warmly at me, expressing gratitude through his eyes as he surveyed the array of roast chicken and poached tomatoes before him. The milkshake he had requested was blended to perfection, and he took a sip before gathering the courage to speak."Cassandra, I need to tell you something," he said, his voice trembling slightly with nervousness.Curious, I lifted an eyebrow. "What's up?"He stumbled over his words, his eyes glued to my hair. "I, um, really like your hair," he blurted out, blushing furiously.I looked at him perplexed, uncertain how to react to such an unforeseen compliment. "Err, thanks, I suppose," I replied, attempting to conceal my confusion.Jasper's jaw clenched, and he loc
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"I don't think she'll be willing to talk to me right now," I expressed, feeling disheartened."She will," Alex assured me, offering a consoling pat on my back.As I gazed at the rose I had picked up from the bed, I mustered up my determination and approached Cassandra, who was sitting nearby. Surprisingly, I didn't feel awkward or cliché as I knelt in front of her and held out the rose."Would you like to go out with me?" I asked, my heart racing in my chest.She looked at me for what felt like an eternity, and then finally said, "Yes," accepting the rose from me.Kenny and Alex erupted into joyful cheers, giving me encouraging fist bumps.I stood up and sat next to Cassandra, feeling a mix of relief and excitement. "Okay, where would you like to go?" I inquired."You decide. Plan the date and surprise me," Cassandra replied with a smile.My mind raced as I wondered what to do. I felt both nervous and thrilled at the same time, determined to make this date unforgettable and show Cassa
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Enthralled by Cassandra's heartfelt words about her mother, I couldn't help but be captivated. "She sounds like an incredible person," I remarked, beaming with a smile.Cassandra blushed with pride, her cheeks taking on a rosy hue. "Yes, she truly is," she replied warmly."Well, I need to run some errands. Why don't you get dressed so we can pay your mother a quick visit before our date?" I said with a wink, eliciting a giggle from Cassandra."Sure, come back soon," she said, her eyes sparkling with excitement."Oh, will you miss me?" I teased, feeling a rush of fondness towards her."Maybe," she replied playfully, catching me off guard with her response.Grinning from ear to ear, I left to make the necessary arrangements for our outing, eager to see Cassandra again and create more cherished memories with her and her remarkable mother.Cassandra's POV With a spring in my step, I practically skipped to my room, humming a tune and feeling giddy with anticipation. Carefully selecting a
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As she carefully unwrapped each gift, her excitement began to build. Inside were no less than twelve romance novels and painting books, along with an impressive set of paints and a variety of paintbrushes in different sizes. In addition, there were pencils, erasers, and sharpeners, as well as embroidery books and a selection of threads and needles, accompanied by cloths in a variety of colors.My mother was over the moon and could not contain her gratitude. "This is just wonderful! Oh my goodness, it's absolutely lovely! Thank you so much, Jasper!" she exclaimed, embracing him tightly and planting a kiss on his forehead. The sheer joy on her face was priceless, and I felt my heart swell with love and appreciation for both Jasper and my mother.With a beaming smile, he replied, "You're welcome, Mom!" My heart swelled with joy when he called my mother "Mom." At that moment, I longed to grab him and shower him with kisses for making my heart race. While my mom and he discussed our weddin
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As I was mesmerized by Aladdin and Jasmine's magical carpet ride, the sound of a car pulling into the driveway interrupted me. My heart raced with excitement as I quickly composed myself and waited for Jasper's arrival.With bated breath, I watched the screen, savoring the duet of Aladdin and Jasmine while reminding myself to play it cool. Suddenly, the door creaked open, and I turned to see Jasper, who looked absolutely stunning. It was evident that he had gone the extra mile for me, shopping and dressing up in his best attire.He wore a sky-blue shirt that complemented the baby blue hue of his eyes, along with a black linen jacket and dark blue jeans. His hair had that effortlessly sexy "just out of bed" look, and he had even taken the time to shave and wear a subtle yet alluring perfume that filled the room with its scent. I couldn't help but admire his attention to detail, and my heart skipped a beat as I took in his captivating presence.As he came closer, his piercing blue eyes
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Suddenly, a sweet melody reached my ears, and for a fleeting moment, I wondered if the fishes were singing. But soon enough, I recognized the familiar tune - "Grateful Hearts," a song I adored. Its lyrics resonated in my head, accompanying the music.As we wrapped up our dinner, Jasper extended his hand in a wordless invitation. Excitedly, I took his hand, and we began to sway to the music. Jasper held me close, and I nestled my head on his shoulder, feeling secure and cherished. It was an idyllic moment, as if time had ceased to exist.As the song drew to a close, I gazed up at Jasper, beaming. "This has been the best date ever," I exclaimed gratefully.With a smile, he replied, "You're welcome," as he gazed back at me."Will you forgive me now?" he asked, his lips slightly pouted.I chuckled and responded, "Almost." However, his charm proved irresistible, and I added, "Yes, I forgive you."Jasper checked his watch and groaned. "We'll have to leave soon. I only had permission for th
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