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.”
“Mr. Hartley, who do you
was both amused and puzzled Why was she being compared to Marcus’s wife? How could
better than Ms. Stewart, Marcus’s deep and pleasant voice rose slowly, “They each have their own strengths Both are excellent women I don’t think we should be discussing this
who never made her feel awkward
I didn’t think about that,” Mrs King, moved by
had said offensive things, especially when talking about women. Their words were as disgusting as shit. Men
all successful businessmen could be
“Mr. Hartley, even though we have just met, I’m confident that you and your
her words and his face lit up with
the meal, and Cornelia’s thoughtful arrangements were appreciated by all.
pairs of cloth shoes, “Ladies, considering you might be tired from walking around the scenic area in heels, we’ve prepared these for you.
replied, “How can we refuse your kindness?”
would be impolite if Cornelia didn’t. She turned to Marcus for assistance, who said, “This isn’t a formal
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