Chapter 27_ PARASITE

Before Kate could respond to his words, Lucas swiftly grabbed a cookie smothered in vanilla frosting and offered it to her lips, saying, "Here, taste this one."

Kate hesitated before taking a bite, her lips grazing against his fingers. The gentle touch sent a flush of warmth to her cheeks once again. "Delicious!" she exclaimed, flustered. Lucas made a sound as if choking.

Clearing his throat, Lucas spoke, "You enjoy these cookies, then?"

"Yes, very much." Kate replied.

"Very well." Lucas commented, turning to the assortment of dishes. "Perhaps one of these..."

Kate reached out and grasped his wrist before he could grab a puffed pastry with icing. "You don't expect me to try all of them, do you?" she asked, raising a brow.

"Why not?" Lucas inquired.

"This is too much for one person to consume, even if they are just samples." Kate pointed out.

"Ah, you have a point." Lucas muttered. After a moment of hesitation, Kate mustered up the courage to try another slice of cake she had no