I Am Unstoppable

Chapter 139

It was a late night in the beginning of December.

Located in the northern region, it was already the season of winter in Yaleview.

The winter in Yaleview was frigid cold. There was no better word to describe it.

Traveling from Fairlake to Yaleview, Jonathan felt he had walked from summer to winter.

Mabel distributed the military jackets to everyone while they were on the military aircraft. At that moment, both Jonathan and Mabel clad themselves in the military jackets as well.

Later, she got into the car while Jonathan took the co-driver seat.

It was already eleven at night.

The north wind howled incessantly.

Mabel ignited the engine of the car. Jonathan asked, “What are we going to do now?”

Mabel smiled as she replied, “We don't have anything to do now. I'll bring you to try our meat stew in Yaleview. It's famous here.”

Jonathan was confused. “But, didn't you tell Old Mr. Johnson that you have something to do just now?”

Mabel smiled. “Don't you agree that the most tormenting matter in this world is to eat with the elderly? I came up with this excuse to save you.”

Jonathan touched his nose as he responded, “Damn! Mabel, do you think I'm dim-witted? You seem to be saving yourself instead.”

Mabel burst out laughing. “It's the same, anyway.” With that said, she started driving.

She was very familiar with Yaleview. As such, she drove out of the Vipod Residence easily.

It was Jonathan's first time coming to Yaleview. He had a sense of inexplicable anticipation toward that place. That was because it was the capital of Chanaea and the most flourishing city there. There were too many historical legends happening in a place like that.

Throughout the journey, Jonathan kept looking to his left and right, full of curiosity. He got fascinated whenever they passed by a building. “Hey, Mabel. Is that Royal Well?”

Mabel rolled her eyes at him as she replied, “Do you think every historical building resembles Royal Well? The Royal Well is so much nicer than this. I'll give you a tour when we're free tomorrow.”

Jonathan felt embarrassed instantly, thinking that he was a country bumpkin indeed.

After a short while, Mabel stopped the car in front of a secluded alley. Then, she led Jonathan inside.

That alley looked the same as those bystreet that a small town would have. There were a lot of potholes along their way.

The only difference was that there was a vintage feeling about it.

After entering the alley, Jonathan noticed many shops were still open and each of them was filled with customers.

At last, they came to a shop selling meat stews. The place was small, and the interior wasn't impressive as well.

Jonathan said, “Mabel, you're stingy. Why do you bring me to a place like this? Don't you think you should treat me to a five-star hotel?”

Sure enough, he was joking. If they were to be formal with each other, Mabel would surely bring him to a luxurious restaurant. Nonetheless, given their close relationship, they wouldn't mind joking with each other like that.

Mabel smiled as she replied, “Jonathan, you're such a country bumpkin. Don't you know that the best meat stew in Yaleview can only be found in an alley like this? Plus, I only bring my true friends here.”

Jonathan chuckled after listening to her. “All right, then! I have to savor it today!”

Mabel was acquainted with the owner of the shop who was a plump man in his forties. His eyes lit up with glee as soon as he saw Mabel. “Ms. Sandler, you haven't been here for some time. This is...” the man said politely to Mabel. Then, he turned to look at Jonathan as he spoke.

Before Mabel could respond, Jonathan quickly piped up, “I'm her boyfriend. She tells me you serve the best meat stew and has mentioned it a few times. That's why we are here today.”

Mabel rolled her eyes at him, but she didn't expose his lie.

Disappointment flashed across the plump man's eyes. Nonetheless, he forced a smile on his face as he said, “Sir, you are a handsome man.”

Jonathan laughed out loud upon hearing that.

Then, Mabel asked, “Johnny, is the private room taken? If not, get us that room.”

Johnny replied instantly, “It's empty. I'll arrange for you now.”

“Thank you,” Mabel replied.

Shortly, Jonathan followed Mabel into the private room.

There was only one private room in the shop. The furnishing was crude and simple. Even the walls inside the room looked ruinous.

Jonathan and Mabel took a seat respectively. Johnny came in to take an order. “Ms. Sandler, do you still want to have the same?”

Mabel smiled as she replied, “Jonathan is a big eater. Please give us two sets of that.”

“Sure!” Johnny replied.

With that said, he went out of the room to proceed with the order.

Jonathan chuckled after the man left. “Mabel, it seems like you're a charming woman. I can tell from Johnny's face that he admires you. He almost cries after hearing that I'm your boyfriend.”

Mabel rolled her eyes at Jonathan. “Wouldn't I be a failure if I can't even make a man like him admires me?” She continued after a short pause, “Stop making this kind of lowly joke next time.”

Jonathan knew she was referring to him acting as her boyfriend. He chuckled and stopped talking.

Soon, a rich meat stew was served, along with some pancakes.

The fresh mutton was cut into slices and cooked in milky soup. There was a special sauce to go with it. The taste of the meat stew was succulent, leaving a pleasant aftertaste in both of their mouths.

“This is yummy!” Jonathan praised immediately. “This is the most authentic meat stew I've ever had. I tried it once in Chanaentown when I was overseas. That was awful.”

Mabel smiled faintly upon hearing him. “Those who sell the meat stew overseas have modified their recipe to cater to the local's preferences. Of course, you can't have the authentic one there.”

“Good food has to be served with good wine!” Jonathan said again.
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