Chapter 865: Making Do

Chapter 865: Making Do

"No need to change. There are no men's shoes at home," Sienna

replied softly.

"Alright, as you say,” Rex's lips curved into a joyful smile, although

Sienna didn't catch sight of it.

He still held the takeout Sienna had ordered, and the two of them sat

down on the sofa in the living room. The TV was playing the variety

show Sienna had been following recently.

When they were at the doorway earlier, they didn't feel awkward or

embarrassed, but now that they were sitting close on the sofa, they

became aware of a slight uneasiness.

Sienna kept her head down in silence, and Rex took the initiative to

speak, "Aren't you hungry? Let's eat first!"

As he spoke, he reached out to open the takeout box. It was only a

single portion, meant for Sienna.

He pushed the food in front of Sienna and nodded slightly, gesturing for

her to start eating.

Sienna didn't immediately pick up her fork. Instead, she looked at him

and asked, "Have you eaten?"

“I'm not hungry. You go ahead and eat, and I'll have some later,

alright?"

He raised an eyebrow slightly, his handsome face showing a gentle

expression.

Sienna nodded and then began eating with her chopsticks. She was

indeed hungry, as she hadn't eaten lunch. Recently, she had been

staying at home all the time, mostly having two meals a day. Her

routine was completely reversed, and every day felt like aimless

wandering. She hoped that by emptying her mind and adjusting her

emotions, she could figure things out.

Sienna ate quickly. Because Rex was here, she put down her fork after

eating only half the food. Today, she had ordered spicy chicken and

sweet and sour pork, along with a soup and some vegetarian dishes.

She enjoyed eating spicy and sour food, and each dish suited her taste.

If Rex weren't here, she would have finished it all.

After setting down her utensils, she picked up a tissue and wiped her

mouth before preparing to cover the leftovers.

At that moment, Rex's voice broke the silence. He asked, "Are you

full?”

"Yes."

Rex didn't say anything else. He picked up the fork and the takeout box

without hesitation and started eating.

Although everything was clean, and there was no mess from eating,

Sienna was still taken aback by his actions.

Sienna asked, "Why are you eating it?"

"Aren't you full? It's a waste to throw away what's left," he said,

continuing to eat heartily. It took him less than half the time it took

Sienna to finish.

After tidying up the food containers and throwing them in the trash, he

picked up Sienna's glass and drank half of the water.

After completing this, neither of them spoke, and the atmosphere

remained quiet.

They sat quietly like that, aware of each other's presence only in this

peaceful way, for who knew how long. Eventually, the man's low and

hoarse voice broke the silence, "Is there something you want to tell

me?"

Sienna pursed her lips, not knowing what to say.

She took a silent deep breath, her face showing a somewhat tentative

expression as she looked at Rex and asked softly, “Did you come to

Flento just to deliver takeout to me?"

"Of course not. If I wanted to deliver takeout, I could have found a

delivery person or a courier, right? Why bother coming in person?"

Rex's gaze was fixed on her, noticing her evasive eyes. He then asked,

"We haven't seen each other for only a few months. Have you become

unfamiliar with me?"

"No."

"Are you sure?"

“I'm sure. I just haven't seen you in a long time, so I'm not sure how to

face you. And..."

"And what?"

"And haven't we agreed that I would deal with things here first before

going back to Hance? So why did you come in person?" She arched an

eyebrow, her eyes carrying a faint smile, her expression and manner

returning to her previous attitude towards him.

Seeing her familiar face, Rex couldn't help but smile too. He gently

rubbed her hair and said softly, “If I hadn't come, when were you

planning to go back? Although we made an agreement, I never said I

absolutely wouldn't come to find you, did 1?"

"You didn't say that?" Sienna asked flatly, almost repeating word for

word what he had promised her.

But Rex insisted, "I didn't say it. I tend to forget things easily, so I don't

really remember what I said. Do you remember?"

He raised an eyebrow, projecting an air of not acknowledging it,

challenging Sienna to see what she could do.

Sienna was overwhelmed by his shamelessness, and she chuckled

lightly. She said, "Alright, you didn't say it, so it must have been me. Is

that satisfactory?"

Rex squinted his eyes, looking at Sienna, and asked, "So now you

need to go to work as well. Why are you still staying here? When do

you plan to leave with me?"

At the mention of leaving, Sienna’s expression grew somber. Her tone

turned mellow as she said, “I... I still don't know. There are some things

I haven't sorted out yet."

"What things?"

"l don't want to talk about it."

"Sienna, now that I'm here, do you think you can still keep things from

me?" Rex's tone grew serious, his expression revealing a hint of

indifference. He said, "Are you unable to tell me what's going on? Is

Mario still unwilling to let you go? Or is he demanding anything from

you to completely leave the King family?"

Rex's words carried an accusatory tone, but it wasn't directed at

Sienna.

After he finished speaking, his face turned cold.

Such a Rex was something Sienna had rarely seen. Last time she saw

him like this was when he threatened to keep her around.

Sienna, unafraid of him, took the initiative to move closer to him, tilting

her head and burying herself in his embrace.

Resting against his chest, she spoke softly, "Why are you being so

harsh? I never said I wouldn't go with you. What's the rush? Hmm?"

Sienna's actions gradually calmed Rex's emotions. He raised his hand

and gently held her waist. "I'm not being harsh, I just don't want you to

continue delaying.”

"Give me a few more days, alright? If you hadn't come, I was planning

to take care of a few things a few more days. Since you're here, I'll

finish it in advance. Is that okay? Are you satisfied?"

She looked up at him, her expression expecting praise and approval,

as if to tell him to hurry up and compliment her.

Rex smiled helplessly, gently ruffled her hair, and said softly, "Satisfied."

Afterward, they didn't discuss the topic further. Sienna stayed with Rex

on the sofa for a while to let him rest. They sat quietly, leaning against

each other. Only in this way could they truly feel each other's presence.

After an unknown amount of time, it was already past ten in the

evening.

Sienna accompanied Rex to a nearby street known for its late-night

snacks.

This area was filled with local specialties of Flento, and Rex rarely

came to such places.

Sienna introduced, "I used to come here often with Cami. This place

was our world. Welcome, Mr. Ward."

Rex gave a faint smile, holding her hand, satisfied with the nickname.

"Then show me around and let me try everything. This street won't only

be a memory for you and Camille anymore. That way, I'll be more

satisfied."

"Are you really comparing yourself to Camille? She holds a special

place in my heart, so I advise you not to compare yourself to her easily.

I'm afraid you'll be disappointed,” Sienna teased playfully, deliberately

trying to make Rex jealous.

Rex said, "I'm not comparing myself. But I will strive to surpass her

position in your heart. You can rest assured I won't let you down.”

“Then, good luck!" Sienna smiled lightly, taking him to her favorite

skewered food stall. Rex rarely ate this kind of food, so he just tasted a

bit before moving on to the next stall. They ate and drank along the

way, buying quite a few small portions that were just enough for both of

them.

After eating and drinking their fill, it was already late.

Once they were back in the car, Sienna asked, "Where are you

staying?"

“I just arrived in Flento today and haven't arranged a hotel yet. I thought

you would accommodate me. If you find it inconvenient, I can rough it

out in the car for a night.”