Susie stared blankly when she felt a warm palm rubbing against her head. It had been a long time since someone had been so intimate with her.
"We're here!" Susie said shyly.
When he pushed the door open, Liam saw an exquisitely decorated and inviting home. It looked rustic and European with its blue and white interior.
There were light pink floral curtains, a soft fabric sofa, and carved decorative iron shelves that held some treasured collections and some intricate ornaments.
There was a huge double swing on the balcony, and a rattan coffee table and chair were placed next to it. He could easily imagine himself relaxing with a cup of tea as he sat there.
There was a kennel next to them, decorated with some fake flowers that looked real when seen from a distance.
Green plants and luscious flowers were also placed in the corners of the house. Although the house wasn't big, it was decorated in a beautiful and stylish way. It was obvious that Susie had put in a lot of effort and thought when she decorated it.
"That will be your room." Susie said as she pointed to a room.
"I'll bring you to the store to buy some daily necessities and clothes later."
Liam was currently wearing her father's clothes. Susie had discarded the wedding clothes she had found him in. He was given a hospital gown to wear but it wasn't very nice to let him walk around in public while he was wearing that.
Susie didn't know what size he wore. Besides, she didn't have the nerve to go to the men's clothing store alone, so she had no choice but to let him wear her father's clothes.
"Okay, I'll listen to you," Liam said with a smile.
Although it was getting dark, the streets were still filled with people, and some of them recognised Susie.
"Hey Susie! Wow, what a handsome young man! I've never met him before," Alice said. She was Susie's neighbour.
"Uh... This is my distant cousin, Liam. He's here for a visit," Susie replied. She didn't want to be misunderstood, so she said that he was her cousin.
"It seems like you've found a boyfriend, Susie. You have good taste!" said Susie's friend. They ran into each other while Susie and Liam were shopping.
"No, this is my distant cousin," Susie explained with a blush.
"Oh? Your cousin? Don't worry, I understand!" Susie's friend teased her.
"Oh, enough! Alright, I think we're a little busy right now, so we'll leave first," Susie said. She wanted to leave this place as soon as possible. She didn't know what Liam would think after hearing what they said.
On that note, she grabbed Liam's hand and ran away.
Liam wasn't affected by their words. He thought that Susie looked rather adorable.
Liam didn't expect Susie would grab his hand suddenly. He could feel the warmth of her hand, and he allowed her to drag him away. It felt rather pleasant.
Susie looked around and didn't see familiar faces.
"Don't worry. They aren't malicious or anything. They're just concerned about me," Susie said. She didn't notice that she was still holding Liam's hand.
When Liam looked at their hands, Susie followed his gaze.
"Ah, I'm sorry, I—" Susie blushed and quickly let go. She looked like a frightened rabbit.
Liam looked at her and chuckled. He rubbed her head and said, "Let's go. Didn't you say that you would buy some clothes for me? The shops will close if we continue standing here."
"Okay!" Susie replied in a daze. She was too focused on his charming smile.
The staff greeted them enthusiastically when Susie and Liam entered a clothing store. It seemed like the staff was head over heels in love with Liam's handsome looks! Liam was the most attractive man they had ever seen.
"Does he have a girlfriend? The girl next to him should be his girlfriend. They look like a perfect match," thought the staff.
Liam strolled around like a noble young master, picking out his clothes. When his slender and pale fingers brushed over a garment, the ordinary and unremarkable shop suddenly seemed to have transformed into an expensive store.
Liam picked out a few outfits after he tried them on.
He was dressed in an ordinary white shirt and jeans, so why did he appear so different when compared to other people? He looked like a medieval prince, both ancient and handsome.
"Liam is probably the legendary model from the tales of old! He would probably look great even if he wore rags," Susie thought.
Susie was startled when Liam leaned in close to her.
"What are you thinking about? Let's go."
"O-Okay," Susie stuttered.
Both of them exited the clothing store and went to the supermarket. After that, they went home with bags full of food.
Liam carried all of the bags, whereas Susie walked with empty hands. She had originally wanted to carry some of the bags, but Liam refused. He said, "You're just a girl. How will you be able to carry such heavy things?"
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