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#Chapter 62 you'll dream of me
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2024-10-29 19:42:56Rachel POV
The Smiling Elephant Thai Restaurant
"A booth in the back. Privacy is important."
Tyler offered a folded bill to the hostess whose smile widened even as her eyes darted to me and away again as if she didn't want to attract my attention.
I refused to think about what kind of woman she might think me to be if my dinner date wanted privacy with me even in the restaurant. There was no sense in getting upset over what Tyler wouldn't have considered before making the request. I knew he lived in a world where his expectations were meant to be met without question.
He didn't intentionally make me sound like an escort---but I was going to tease him about it as soon as we were alone.
"Sparkling water for us both. Thank you."
The hostess gave a short nod, surprise evident on her face as she left us at the table.
"I don't think she's used to taking orders. Especially not for Mister Man and his Lady of the Night."
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