"Can we please not bring him up?"
Chloe Bishop's voice carried a hint of anger. She said a quick goodbye to Justin Taylor and hung up.
Justin Taylor stared blankly at his phone, a bitter, helpless smile tugging at his lips. "Chloe... you still can't forget him, can you?"
After hanging up, Chloe Bishop remained distracted. By the time she calmed down, she realized the meat had burned.
She had to toss it out, wash the pan, and start over. Soon, the kitchen was filled with a rich, savory aroma again.
The familiar scent brought back memories. She'd once studied under famous chefs to learn how to cook, enduring countless burns and cuts to perfect her skills.
Every time Liam Martin ate her food with relish, she'd felt such a sense of accomplishment.
He'd said, "I love the food you make."
