Christopher found himself unable to refute Ethan's words. Upon careful consideration, he realized that he had indeed been captivated by Melody for some time now.The vain and pretentious woman from his past was long gone. Talia was the woman who would accompany him for the rest of his life. Besides, Talia had saved his life; no matter what, he couldn't betray his savior.Christopher was the kind of person who remembered both grudges and kindness. He would never forget those who had shown him kindness, and he was willing to go to great lengths to repay them. Since it was his own promise, he was determined to fulfill it.After a prolonged silence, he finally said coldly, "I understand."The call was ended, leaving behind a busy tone.Ethan sighed, and returned his phone to his pocket. A seductive woman with sensual features immediately handed him a cocktail. She leaned against him with a soft and graceful posture."Mr. Ethan, are you finally done? Who were you talking to so enthusi
Meanwhile, at the Nolan family's main residence...Under Levian's command, his subordinates swiftly arranged a brand-new set of furniture. They brought it in themselves without bothering the Nolan family's servants. In no time, they packed up all the items Walter had touched and threw everything out. The spacious front hall was instantly transformed. A brilliant crystal chandelier now hung from the ceiling.When the light was on, it refracted through the crystal, creating a bright and gentle ambiance that complemented the chandelier's radiance. It was truly a sight to behold.Frederick, who had silently watched the process, couldn't help but marvel at the quality of the furniture designed for the upper echelons of society.Levian gazed at the sparkling chandelier with satisfaction. "It's not bad. I rushed here and didn't bring a gift, so consider this compensation.""You call this unprepared? The gifts you sent me before almost filled my dressing room," Melody replied."If there'
Michael, dressed in a dark yellow vest, had a ruddy complexion and a lively spirit. There was no sign that his grandson was in his twenties. Michael was also a well-known gourmet in Bayridge, with extensive knowledge about food. He had written a book on the subject, and had been invited as a judge on various culinary TV shows. However, he declined those invitations, considering them too time-consuming. His time was mostly dedicated to more important matters, such as waiting in line for the exquisite dishes at La Maison. He could stand in line for over half an hour just to eat there.Ethan, on the other hand, enjoyed excitement and rarely dined in traditional restaurants. He carefully observed La Maison's exterior; it seemed grand, but lacked any distinct features."Is La Maison really that extraordinary? Don't these dishes taste similar, even from different chefs and restaurants?" he pondered.His cook at home was skilled, but her dishes were far from captivating to this extent.
Ethan's words were quite tactful. He didn't propose sharing a meal with Melody himself, but used Michael's name instead.Despite Melody’s annoyance with Ethan's playboy appearance, she held great respect for Michael Singh. Their families once had some business dealings, and she had met Michael before. He was an amiable old man. She couldn't refuse her elder.After a brief contemplation, Melody looked at Levian and said softly, "He's talking about Mr. Singh. What do you think?"Ultimately, as it was Levian's welcoming banquet. His opinion mattered the most.Levian waved his hand indifferently, chuckling. "Sure."Even though he wanted to spend some time alone with Melody and have a heart-to-heart conversation with her, he wasn’t in a rush. He had returned, and that was enough. There would be plenty of time to catch up with her. Moreover, the fact that the head of the Singh family wanted to meet Melody demonstrated her exceptional business abilities. Levian was proud of her. He did
Inside the private room, soft yellow lighting spilled across the floor, casting a shadow over Melody's expression. The previously harmonious mood instantly turned cold. Her expression turned stern, and her tone was unfriendly. "I was wondering why he suddenly came to question me. Turns out, it was your big mouth that spilled the beans!"She exuded an intense aura, clearly displeased. Her face grew uncharacteristically cold.Hearing this, Ethan scratched his head awkwardly. "Well… He came to ask me, and I couldn't lie to him, could I?"He didn’t know that both of them were divorced. Yet, Christopher still held such deep feelings for her. He even went as far as to come to the Nolan family's doorstep.Had Ethan known earlier, he would've had pulled that fool away!Thinking about Christopher's self-righteous and overbearing attitude, Melody's beautiful face flushed slightly with anger.“Can't you keep a secret?” she snarled. Levian also felt irritated. Initially, he had found thi
Levian noticed that Melody was unhappy, so he gave Ethan a cold warning. "Enough with the chatter. Get out!"Ethan completely ignored him, as his attention was solely on Melody. He couldn't help but be captivated by her eyes, which radiated emotions even when they were sharp. His heart skipped a beat.Well, he loved this kind of woman.He pressed his lips together, feeling like he had been scratched by a kitten's claws. It was both itchy and tantalizing. He wondered if Melody's strong aversion to Christopher's name meant she had no feelings left for him, and disliked him intensely.If that were the case, can I try courting her without feeling guilty about it? Thinking that, Ethan was delighted. He was convinced he had a chance! Wasn't today’s meal a promising start?Squeak—The door was pushed open, and Michael returned. Naturally, no one brought up the previous topic. Everyone concealed their subtle expressions, and patiently awaited for the food to arrive.The server soon
A man in a chef's uniform walked in; he had a round and plump figure, thick eyebrows, and large eyes. He was none other than Xander Stork in the flesh.Xander was the highly regarded head chef at Treasure Gourmet. Not only did he visit the restaurant only once a month, but he also rarely made appearances.Why did he suddenly appear in their private room today?He even brought a hot dish with him!Holding a plate in his hands, Xander walked confidently to the table. He didn't pay attention to anyone else, and respectfully bowed to Melody."Miss Nolan. Since you’ve disappeared for quite a while, I haven't had the chance to make this creamy fish mushroom soup for you. Today, I finally had the opportunity to meet you again. Please taste my craftsmanship."He had a humble and deferential demeanor, devoid of any arrogance that one might expect from a head chef.Melody took a spoonful of the soup. The fish was tender and smooth, and the mushrooms were sweet and not greasy. It was delic
Mr. Singh cleared his throat and said, "The chicken salad looks delicious, but I can't reach it. Ethan, get some for Miss Nolan."Ethan understood right away when he met his grandfather's gaze and replied, "Sure, Grandpa. Leave it to me."Ethan, smiling gentlemanly, fetched the tongs and put a huge portion of chicken salad onto Melody's plate."Bon appetit, Miss Nolan."His grandfather was no doubt his greatest helper. With his help, Ethan's confidence to pursue Melody was maximized.Melody could not refuse Mr. Singh's kind offer. So she smiled at Ethan politely and thanked him. Ethan smiled even brighter and said, "It's a great pleasure to serve a lady."What a gentleman.However, Melody thought that it was fortunate that she had learned about Ethan's true nature of being a womanizer years ago. If she had been one of those innocent and inexperienced noble ladies, she would have been deceived by him.Unfortunately, she was not.Melody took the salad with a smile and then tur