Chapter 45 clara lowered her gaze , hiding the emotions in her eyes , she shook her head slightly and said nothing . Alexander watched her for a moment , but her silence didn't bother him enough to press further . Instead , I turned his attention back to the food in front of him and emptied the plate . When he finally set the empty bowl down , he looked up at her again . For once , he seemed a little sheepish , " I want to ask you for a favor . " " What is it ? " Claraasked Twill be staving here for a while , but I don't know how to cook There's nowhere around here to grab food unless I go into town , and that's too much of a hassle . I Could you make a little extra when you cook ? I'll pay you for it - just name your price . " Clara blinked in surprise . Then shook her head . " Is that a no ? " Alexander Trowned slightly , clearly misunderstanding her reaction . she explained . i start teaching on Monday , so I might not always have the time . But whenever in home , you're welcome to come by . No charge . Just think of it as a thank you for helping me before " Alexander raised an eyebrow , a little caught off guard by her offer . " You're working here ? You don't seem like someone from around here . Why'd you come all the way out bete for a job He glanced around thes small village as it to emphasize his point . " What land of work can you even find here ? This place doesn't look like it even has factories . Clara smiled lightly . " I'm not a local I came here for voluntary teaching . " Alexander i brows shut up . " Voluntary teaching ? He gave her a once - over , histone shifting to something between curiosity and playful skepticism , " You don't look like someone who's used to roughing it . Grew up with a silver spoon in your mouth , didn't you ? What made you decide to take this on ? Clara didn't feel the need to explain , so the smiled faintly and brushed off the comment Just then , her phone buzzed . She glanced at the screen and saw a message from Ryan , letting her know he'd gotten home safely and wishing her a good night . Thunding back to what had happened at the gate earlier , her expression turned dark for a moment . Was it just her imagination , or had there been something … off ? Alexander nu the shift in her expression and asked causally , " Who was that guy who walked you home ? It looked like he was bothering you . Do you want me to sayibent for the meal " Claration for a second , then quickly shook her head . " You're mistaken He's just a coworker . We met for the first time tonight . " Alexander gave lay alone , untradable look but didn't press the issue . Tustead , he stood and gathered his empty p She heard the sound of water running en fir washed and put everything neatly back in place plate and utensils , taking them into the kitchen . When he came back out , be adjusted his jacket . " It's late . I won't bother you any longer . Get some rest , " knew when to leave , which was sodarthing Clara appreciated . With that , Alexander nodded briefly and walked out . Gata lucked the door . Hama , berat kyan - a quick thank you message , and thei aded upstairs to wash up and get ready for bed . That nagha , læt sleep was testless Maybrit 1 Katrina's phone call earlier that lingered in her mind , but Clata found herself alreaming about Wien . She saw a grand wedding Werj the altar , his gazetender and full of affection as he watched Ivy walk down the aisle , bet arm linked with Calisle's . They I kissed under the loud chers of the guests . rachumped rings , spokethelt vows , Clara stood along the sale , like a spectator to their happiness . She felt something es In the dadess of her room , Clara's eyes opened dowly . Her chest cold and wetta wet trall down her cheek chest ached , the fightness making it hand to breathe . 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