Willow picked up a piece of food with her fork and placed it on Julian's plate. "Not only have I been waiting for you," she said with a teasing smile, "I've also been scheming ways to seduce you and make you fall head over heels for me."
She winked at him, her tone light and playful.
Julian took a bite, chewing thoughtfully. The food was cold—and honestly, terrible.
Some dishes were far too salty, while others were completely bland.
Still, he continued eating.
Willow tilted her head, watching him closely. "Well? How is it?"
Julian swallowed and met her gaze. "It's delicious," he said without hesitation.
Willow let out a triumphant laugh, clapping her hands together. "Yes! I just learned these from Rosalind. I was worried they'd turn out awful."
Rosalind, who had been quietly observ
