My Substitute CEO Bride (Nash Calicraft) novel Chapter 1951

Marie took some food and water from the bag and handed it to Sven.

“Oh, thank you,” Sven said politely. “Marie, you've also had a long day. Why don't you rest too?”

“Oh, okay, Sven.”

Both of them were still quite reserved with one another, given that they had only known each other for two or three days and were not very familiar. They did not have much in common to talk about.

Being somewhat of a straight-laced guy, Sven did not even have any experience talking to girls.

They ate their food silently while watching the fire. Most of it was canned food, which, although not very tasty, at least provided nutrition.

“Um…” Marie suddenly broke the awkward silence.

“Sven, could you help me open this can?”

Sven cheerfully took the can. He had regained much of his strength and energy. With a strong tug, the can's tab snapped right off.

“Huh? Uh…” Sven looked at Marie, embarrassed.

Seeing Sven scratch his head with a silly grin, Marie could not help but laugh.

“Haha, it looks like you've recovered, Sven.”

“Ah, well, um…”

Seeing Sven's awkwardness, Marie nonchalantly added, “No worries. If the tab is broken, we can just find another way to open it.”

"Okay."

Sven grabbed a dagger and started working at the can. Taking advantage of the moment, they started chatting. Before long, the conversation started flowing, though it was mostly Marie asking questions and Sven answering.

Eventually, they started talking about themselves and gradually became more familiar with each other.

"Sven, you really love your sister, don't you?" Marie remarked.

"Huh? How do you know I have a sister?" Sven asked, puzzled. He had not once mentioned his sister or his purpose for joining the game since he arrived.

Marie just smiled mysteriously, leaving Sven even more confused. Finally, she explained, "When you were unconscious, you kept calling out your sister's name. You were also talking in your sleep."