Novel Full Chapter 464 Same Yet Different
Chapter 464 Same Yet Different
My entire body felt light and free at the end of the day as we sat close to each other where we could get a good view of the sunset. I was still finding it hard to believe that we were finally back here for another holiday of sorts. So far, our stay had been nothing short of amazing and the staff surely made sure that we had the privacy that we both needed.
“The sun is about to set…” Ace said softly to me. ．
“Yeah…it’s so beautiful…and it feels so peaceful…” I murmured in reply as I kept my eyes on the horizon.
Ace took my hand into his and held it loosely while I naturally leaned my head on his shoulder. We didn’t say anything more because it felt like nothing needed to be said. All we needed to do was relax and enjoy the breathtaking view that nature had to offer. The sun had dyed the sky a beautiful mix of orange and pink pastel hues.
The wind blowing my hair back over my shoulders felt relaxing and the thought of dinner waiting for us added to the bliss that I was currently feeling. As I watched the sun slowly dip below the horizon, I was immediately reminded of the promise that we made to watch the sunset together again. Back then I had thought that we would get ample opportunities to enjoy such a view together from various places. I had to admit that I was probably too optimistic given how busy I knew Ace was.
Surprisingly, it felt even more special that we had returned here. The last time our trip ended so abruptly so I was determined to somehow get it right this time around. Ace stroked my hair gently as the sky began turning dark. The last rays of the sun were disappearing along with it, and I knew that soon enough the sky would turn dark and the stars would come out to shine.
“It’s getting dark. We should head back inside,” Ace suggested.
“You’re right. Are you hungry?” I asked with a bright smile.
“A little,” he replied.
Ace was the one who got up first before extending a hand my way to help me up. I hadn’t realized that I was feeling quite hungry until I saw the feast that the staff had prepared for us. It would have been nice to have something simple and light for dinner but the way that my stomach growled when I laid eyes on the food told me that I needed to eat my fill.
“This really feels like déjà vu…” I murmured as I recalled the dinner, we had here the last time.
“I’m sorry that we’re taking a holiday at the same place. I promise to take you somewhere new next time,” Ace said apologetically.
“Not at all! I think this is perfect, actually. I love it here and I love the fact that we’re back…” I quickly corrected him.
I was also grateful that I was able to come back here with Ace. The fact that we were still together also felt kind of unbelievable as well. Although we were back at the same place, our situation had changed more than quite a bit. At least, I was no longer worried about whatever secret relationship Ace may have with Elizabeth.
“If you say so. We should go somewhere else next time we get time off for a holiday. Actually, I’m very free because I’m basically jobless…” he said before grinning my way.
“I guess enjoying some downtime isn’t a bad thing. There’s no rush for you to jump into starting anything new,” I said reassuringly.
I honestly wondered how long Ace could stay still without doing any work. Although he may not like to admit it, I could tell that Ace was quite a workaholic. He is also very passionate about his work and his career and that was something that I truly admired in him from the very beginning. I was surprised that Ace was still spending his days idly; however, I also thought that it was good enough that he was enjoying himself.
“You shouldn’t work too hard, Rina,” Ace advised.
“I think I’m doing fine. I just hope that I can return to work normally soon,” I replied before letting out a soft sigh.
“Things will settle down soon. You’ll see,” Ace replied confidently.
“Let’s hope so…” I said as I tried to put an end to this conversation before it would ruin both the mood and the taste of good food.
“This is really delicious. It must be the good weather, the view, and also because you’re here with me,” Ace said sweetly before winking at me playfully.
He must have realized that I didn’t want to talk about work or our worries right at that moment. I was glad that he picked up on it and had steered our conversation in another direction and saved me the trouble.
“You’re right. My food tastes amazing too and it’s probably because you’re here with me,” I replied flirtatiously.
Despite our efforts to sound romantic, we ended up laughing quite loudly at all the cheesy things that we had said. The mood immediately lightened, and we shared small talk until we were satisfied with dinner.
“Do you remember what came after dinner the last time we were here?” he asked as he reached across the table to cover my hand with his.
The way he began stroking my knuckles softly as he stared deeply into my eyes made my heart beat faster in my chest. Of course, I remembered very well what happened after dinner and that also meant that I understood what Ace had in mind.
“Shall we?” he asked with a very charming smile.
I was too embarrassed to reply to him with words so all I could do was nod my head firmly once to let him know that I was willing to go along with what he had in mind. Our short journey back to our bedroom felt like a blur.
–To be continued…
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