Morning Wood

By the time Richard joined Bella at the dining area, the pink on her cheeks had completely disappeared.

Bella didn't want to think if he was teasing her or meant business earlier, running for her life was first in line.

"I told my parents about you when I went to visit them," Richard revealed as he forked a piece of grilled fish into his mouth while peering at Bella.

Hearing that, Bella's spoon paused in mid-air. "You tole them about me?" She questioned as she could feel her heart beating hard against her chest.

If Richard mentioned her to his parents, she was afraid of how they reacted but before she could take her thoughts and her insecurities too far, Richard put her at ease with further explanation.

"I didn't like… mention your name, but I let them know I was dating someone and they are interested to meet," he clarified.

"Oh…" Bella heaved a sigh and continued with her dinner. "You almost scared me."

Richard didn't ask why since he was aware of the reason. "They are already so old