Chapter 224

Comelia, are you suggesting I say yes and let him treat us to dinner tonight?asked Cornelia.

Hey, if we get to dine at that fancy place we’ve always wanted to go to without coughing up a penny, why the heck not?Abigail replied. Comelia felt persuaded by Abigail and decided to accept Marcusdinner invitation.

The prices at Culinary Crest are skyhigh, and it’s always packed, so you have to book ahead of time. Cornelia had to pull some strings. using President Hartley’s VIP status to score a private room.

After booking the restaurant, she still had to deal with the movein procedures for the new house. Being clueless about these things, she just went along with the property management’s instructions.

Out of nowhere, Marcus showed up and took over, checking the list and the items provided by the property management. You’re missing an access card. You should check with the person in charge. They’ll charge you next time you need one.

He was dealing with these petty things with the same focus he’d give a billiondollar contract.

a pang, wondering why it was Marcus beside her instead of Jeremy

are you thinking about?” Marcus seemed a bit stern, clearly unhappy with her constant

was angry, Cornelia felt terrified. “Um, I wasn’t thinking

his tone. “Details matter. One misstep could lead to big trouble. Make sure the property management fixes whatever issue

obediently nodded.

her, he didn’t even want to speak harshly. “Silly

tone was also full of indulgence. This

She couldn’t get along with

can only help you so much. You have to handle the rest. Nobody can help you forever.” Just when Cornelia felt that Marcus‘ tone was somewhat ambiguous, he coldly said this and then walked

Cornelia,

how many

more she overthought, the more awkward she felt

can’t go on

were on the other side, oblivious to the little incident

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