Kaida
Asher re-entered the dining area after I finished eating, offering to do the dishes.
I scoffed. "Please. I am perfectly capable of handling that task."
"No, I insist. You should rest while your meal digests."
I shook my head, suppressing a smile of amusement. "You realize you don't need to go to such lengths on my account. I understand you feel guilty about your brother's actions, but this is becoming excessive. You have already apologized."
"This is not solely about an apology. I am doing this because I desire to."
I made a face, pursing my lips. "I doubt you treated your previous domestic help in this manner."
"What leads you to believe I did not?" Asher replied, and I promptly bit my lip.
I had overestimated my worth, experiencing a tinge of embarrassment at my words.
"Al
