Chapter 247

"Nathan..." Denise opened her mouth, but no words came out. Nathan leaned down and lightly kissed her hand. "Denise, I like you. I love you." ... Her mind was instantly thrown into chaos again. All these years, he'd handled everything for her. He was the one by her side through it all. She never forgot how good he was to her. But this sudden proposal? It completely caught her off guard. She wasn't ready, not even close. Late in the afternoon, Caitlin Baker walked in. "Miss, have some snacks," she offered, setting down a tray. It'd been a long time since she last saw Caitlin—ever since she left with Jason four years ago. "Caitlin, it's been forever. You doing okay?" Denise asked softly. "I'm good, everything's fine. I just made these—they're fresh out of the oven. I've been experimenting with new shapes and flavors. Try one, see what you think." Denise glanced at the treats on the plate. They did look pretty tempting. Delicate flowers, vibrant colors, and a light jasmine scent that made