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Novel Catalog
Chapter 62
Catherine felt a sense of urgency building up inside her. The prospect of moving forward with Shaun, making their relationship something more, seemed closer than ever before—but she also knew that her plans had to be executed carefully. She couldn’t rush things; her every move had to be calculated. The idea of a candlelight dinner lingered in her mind, but how could she set the stage for it without feeling too forced?
As she walked through the villa’s design plans, she considered how intimate moments could fit within this new chapter of her life with Shaun. The idea of cooking him a special dinner and perhaps adding a touch of romance to the evening felt like the right direction, but she hesitated. Was it too soon to introduce something so intimate? Would it make things awkward if she moved too quickly?
Her thoughts shifted to Shaun’s tolerance to alcohol. Would he even drink with her? She didn’t know much about his habits outside of work and didn’t want to risk making him uncomfortable. Maybe she could choose a more elegant, low-key approach—something he might appreciate more than an over-the-top gesture.
After a long, thoughtful pause, Catherine realized that her best course of action was to keep things simple. A thoughtful dinner, with Shaun’s favorite dishes, paired with a light conversation. No pressure. No expectations. Just two people getting to know each other more intimately. Perhaps the alcohol wasn’t necessary. Just focusing on the ambiance, the food, and the quiet connection they could share.
At the same time, she couldn’t ignore the underlying tension of the upcoming birthday celebration. Shaun’s subtle mention of the event left her wondering whether she’d be expected to attend as his partner. The idea was both exciting and nerve-wracking. She wasn’t sure where they stood yet, but she could sense the weight of the decision looming over her.
Would Shaun be open to bringing her? Would he want her to attend, or was he merely thinking about the practicality of it? She decided it was too soon to ask him outright, but perhaps there was a way to naturally bring it up, testing the waters without seeming too eager.
For now, she focused on the dinner. If nothing else, it would be an opportunity to spend some quality time together, and maybe that was the best step forward.