Chapter: 2380

But as she took a few steps, Alberto returned and, without a word, scooped her up and carried her back to the dining room.

“Hey. I can walk by myself," Rachel protested, her arms around his neck. just lost my balance for a second. I'm not a child."

"Mm, I know." Alberto's voice was soothing. "I just wanted to hold you."

Rachel bit her lip in response.

At the dining table, Alberto placed her down and began unwrapping the small cakes before heading to the kitchen for forks.