Chapter 121: [Volume 1] Chapter 121 -someone else

Cain's image filled her mind. Her heart clenched, and for a second, it felt like the air had been sucked out of the room.

She remembered a similar moment, sitting in a theater years ago with Cain by her side.

"What do you want?" she had asked him, her voice light as they browsed the menu.

"Camel Popcorn," Cain had replied with that same bright, mischievous smile that always made her laugh.

"Camel Popcorn? Really?" Esme had teased, arching an eyebrow. "And what about your drink?"

"Green tea," Cain had answered, his grin even wider.

She had laughed, shaking her head. "Who on earth drinks popcorn with green tea?"

Cain had pouted, his boyish charm making her heart flutter. "Me!" he had declared proudly.

Esme had ruffled his hair, affection pouring out of her. "Of course, only you. You might be the only one in the world who likes this unusual combo."