Chapter 204
Cornelia returned to the private dining room, where everyone else had already found their seats The only spot left was the one on Marcus’s right, so she took it
As soon as she sat down, the water started serving the dishes
Everything on the menu was ordered by Cornelia, who had done her homework about Mr. and Mrs King’s food preferences beforehand.
When Mrs. King saw some dishes from her hometown at this specialty restaurant, she couldn’t help but take a second look at Cornelia. She complimented, “Mr. Hartley, Ms. Stewart is a thoughtful young lady”
Marcus nodded. “Yes, she’s doing a great job”
Cornelia politely replied. “Mrs King, you’re flattering me.”
Hartley, who do you think is better, your
amused and puzzled Why was she being compared
Cornelia was sure Marcus would say his wife was better than Ms. Stewart, Marcus’s deep and pleasant voice rose slowly, “They each have their own strengths Both are excellent
boss, Marcus, was a good man who never made her feel awkward
think about that,” Mrs King, moved by Marcus’s words, didn’t feel
attended many social gatherings with Mr. King, where many men had said offensive things, especially when talking about women. Their
would be great if all successful businessmen could be like Marcus.
she added, “Mr. Hartley, even though we have just met, I’m confident that you and your wife will grow
by her words and his face lit up with joy. “Thank you for your
and Cornelia’s thoughtful arrangements were
might be tired from walking around the scenic area in heels, we’ve
“How can we refuse
She turned to Marcus for assistance, who said, “This isn’t a formal
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