Chapter 152

Valeria was in the kitchen, using the kettle to boil water and washing strawberries. As it was strawberry season, the berries were big and sweet but had a short shelf life. She had just finished washing the strawberries and split them into two bowls, setting one aside for Selena, who was in the bedroom. As Valeria turned with both plates in hand, a tall figure suddenly loomed behind her, making her jump. How did Sebastian show up without making a sound? The kitchen was small, and he just stood there in the doorway, watching her tie her apron. The scene was calm and peaceful in a way that held Sebastian spellbound for a couple of minutes. Valeria was wearing a pink sweater. Her slender back was beautiful, and her skin was fair and smooth under the warm yellow light of the kitchen. Her long hair fell to the side of her face as she lowered her head. Startled, she parted her lips slightly, and her eyes trembled as she looked at him. Sebastian picked up a strawberry and popped it