Chapter 129

Bethany stayed in her room for a long time to let the flush on her cheeks subside. She didn't come out until Jane knocked on the door. "Ma'am, dinner is ready. It'll get cold if you don't eat now." Jane had worked at the Brennan residence for a long time, and she put a lot of effort into looking after the newlyweds. She had seen Silas sitting in the living room, staring at his phone. He refused to go over to the dining table, so she knew he was waiting for Bethany. She didn't understand why both of them always had to be so awkward with each other. But she knew one thing—Silas cared a lot about Bethany. Bethany knew she would have to face Silas sooner or later. She could hide for now, but she couldn't hide forever. She sighed softly. "I'm coming." The steam in the bathroom had long since dissipated. After splashing some cold water on her face, she dried off with a face towel and opened the door to go downstairs. Silas had just sat down at the dining table. His dark eyes stared