Chapter 229

Renee looked at Carl in surprise. How did he know she wanted seafood bisque?

Carl turned slightly and said calmly, "Go ahead, eat."

"Okay." Renee nodded and took a spoonful of the soup.

Seeing this, Travis's expression darkened as he gripped his fork tightly. Linda dabbed her lips with her napkin and gave a soft laugh. "Renee, why are you out dining with Carl? As someone older, I should remind you—there are certain things that shouldn't become habits. A woman's reputation is everything. You should keep a decent distance.“

Renee's face went pale. She knew Linda was referring to the night she had spent with Carl. That incident had long passed, and no one in the Grey family dared mention it openly. Yet here was Linda, humiliating her at the dinner table in front of everyone.

Just then, the sound of wine being poured filled the air. Carl calmly picked up his glass, his cold gaze settling on Linda.

"I wasn't aware I needed to explain my actions to outsiders. Don't you agree?" His use