You Melt My Heart

Episode 20

*next morning at Zane's apartment*

*rattling in the kitchen*

*Zane gets up*

"Qiqi? What are you doing?"

"Zane, you're up. Go wash up and have some breakfast."

I cooked broccoli and chicken noodle soup and heated up the congee from the night before. 

*Zane washed his face and came out to the table with breakfast set*

"Qiqi, you made this?" 

*Arissa came to the table with an apron on and washed spoons*

"Yeah. I went out early this morning while you were still asleep and I bought these from a nearby grocery store. I used all of your rice to make the congee so I bought you some more. You should stock up on your food. You barely have anything. I wonder how you cook food for yourself. Ramen?"

*Zane sits down on the chair*

"I...actually can't cook."

I couldn't believe my ears. My face lifted up.

"Seriously? I thought the magnificent Mr. Bolvio can do anything. I didn't expect cooking is holding you back."

I know his weakness now...

*Zane smiles and drink the soup*

"How is it?"

*Zane lightly shakes his head*

"Not bad...you were right when you said you can make better breakfast."

Yes. I scored this task.

"Qiqi, why don't you eat?"

"I ate before you woke up."

I checked my watch and it was getting late. I had to hurry home or else grandpa and mom is going to be furious. I suddenly remember about the invitation to party. I went to my purse and grabbed the invitation in the envelope.

"Zane. Will you be busy in about two days?"

I handed the envelope to him. I really hope he wasn't going to refuse. If he doesn't go, I'll be screwed at the party.

*Zane takes out the invitation and reads it*

"Um...if you're busy, you don't have to go. I was just wondering...if you would like to go...with me? It says to bring a plus one..."

This feels so awkward. Why hasn't he said anything yet? Is he going to refuse? I don't blame him, even I don't feel like going. 

"I'll go with you."

*Zane looks up from the invitation*

"I'll come pick you up that day."

Yes. Everything is coming into play now. 

"Okay, thank you. I'll be leaving now."

I get up from my seat.

*Zane holds Arissa's arm back*

"Let me go with you."

"You don't have to. You haven't healed yet and you haven't finished your breakfast. Stay home and rest. I'll call you when I arrive home."

*Zane refused and got up*

"I'll send you home. I've rested plenty last night. I'm feeling better and my temperature has gone back to normal. I'll come back and eat later if I have too."

*Zane goes into his room and changes*

I guess I'll cover up his food. 

*they leave*