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It appeared as though a novice chef was serving her creations to the patrons. She grinned broadly as she saw how much the diners were enjoying the dish. It made Ava feel strange. What on earth was happening?

"Sorry, l'm late." Abruptly a cold male voice spoke up. Stunned, Ava and Stella turned to watch the sound.

Joseph pushed in the wheelchair-ridden but attractive Clarence in a black suit. Stella’s eyes widened in surprise at seeing him. For what reason was he here? By now, shouldn't he be at the company? And he'd assigned her the duty already. Did she make a mistake?

She got up and walked over to him, terrified, remembering what had happened earlier. Jeff lifted his gaze to gaze at Stella as a result of her action. Then Jeff met the dim student, Clarence.

Clare... Jeff pondered the outcome of the probe. He gave Clarence a sideways glance.

"Mr. Conrad, if I had known you were coming, I would have," Ava exclaimed as she abruptly got to her feet.

"I come over to see how thin