"Fernwood Valley?" Camila turned to Connor, a nostalgic smile tugging at her lips. "I went there last year with Erica. We lost $500 at the arcade."
Connor brushed a hand through her hair, his eyes twinkling with amusement. "Let's get a pass, and I'll take you there this weekend."
Camila hesitated for a moment. "I want to go home this weekend to spend some time with Mom."
She then nodded, "How about I go home after work on Friday to see Mom, and we head out on Saturday?"
Connor looked at her tenderly, "Alright, I’ll drop you off at home on Friday and pick you up on Saturday afternoon."
Camila flashed him a sweet smile and nodded in agreement.
As the pot began to boil, Camila started to add slices of ribeye steak into it. She carefully adjusted the heat, letting the steak slowly cook in the bubbling water. Soon, the bright red meat turned a tender pink, filling the air with an enticing aroma. Camila used a spoon to gently skim off the froth on the surface, ensuring the broth remained clear and inviting.
She sprinkled in the seasoning packet that came with the noodles, stirring it well with chopsticks to ensure every strand was evenly coated with the rich flavors, instantly making the kitchen smell heavenly.
Connor moved closer, resting his head on Camila’s shoulder, taking a deep breath of the aroma. "It smells so good—looks delicious too."
Camila laughed shyly, "It's all thanks to the seasoning."
After turning off the stove, she told Connor, "You handle the noodles; I’ll grab the bowls."
Connor nodded, lifting the steaming pot of noodles and walking out of the kitchen. Camila's eyes followed him, her heart swelling with sweetness and happiness, a content smile spreading across her face.
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