The Billionaire Who Stole My Heart novel Chapter 1059

Ronald halted in his tracks, confusion written all over his face.

Kari couldn't help but find his rare moment of vulnerability endearing.

"Take a seat, Ronald."

He sat down, a mix of emotions swirling within him.

Kari took a deep breath, her eyes shimmering with sincerity. "Ronald, I know you've got feelings for me. I couldn't accept them before because I always saw you as a brother..."

Ronald was well aware of this, feeling a pang of defeat. He had hoped, after all these months, that Kari had developed even the slightest bit of fondness for him.

Especially during the recent weeks when he was burnt out and hospitalized, Kari had been tirelessly by his side.

"Kari..."

"But I've given it some thought recently," Kari interrupted, covering his hand with hers, her gaze bright and hopeful.

Ronald froze, unaccustomed to such intimacy with Kari.

Fearful of rejection, he had never dared to overstep his boundaries.

Yet, here was Kari, taking the initiative to hold his hand.

"Ronald, maybe we could give it a try," she said, locking eyes with him. Her heart raced uncontrollably as she spoke, "I was actually planning to tell you this after my trip to Craneville."

Ronald clutched her hand tightly, his hunger forgotten. "Have you eaten?"

Kari couldn't help but laugh at the question.

Of course, she hadn't. She had barely started her meal.