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.”
puzzled Why was she being compared to Marcus’s wife? How could
rose slowly, “They each have their own strengths
man who never made her feel awkward
didn’t think about that,” Mrs King, moved by Marcus’s words, didn’t feel
gatherings with Mr. King, where many men had said offensive things, especially when talking about women. Their words were as disgusting
all successful businessmen could be
just met, I’m confident that you and your wife will grow old together.”
by her words and his face lit up with joy. “Thank you for your blessings”
meal, and Cornelia’s thoughtful
“Ladies, considering you might be tired from walking around the scenic area in
replied, “How can we refuse your kindness?”
accepted, it would be impolite if Cornelia didn’t. She turned to Marcus for assistance, who said, “This isn’t a formal occasion,
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