Chapter 71

As Lucy and Darren made their way back from the meadow, they couldn't help but notice the eerie silence that seemed to have settled over the house. Sharon was still nowhere to be found, and the absence of her usual energy and chatter left the house feeling empty and lifeless.

But even as they noticed her absence, neither Lucy nor Darren could bring themselves to feel worried or concerned. They were both still lost in the afterglow of their day together, feeling as though nothing could bring them down.

As they stepped into the house, they were greeted by the mouth-watering aroma of cooking food. Darren led Lucy into the kitchen, where he had prepared a lavish dinner for the two of them. The table was set with candles, fresh flowers, and a bottle of wine that looked like it had been carefully selected.

Lucy's heart swelled with gratitude and happiness at the sight of the romantic setup. She had never experienced anything like this before, and it was clear that Darren had put a lot of th