Chapter 581
Lucian let out a low chuckle as he stepped out.
Allison wasn’t exactly eager to dine out. Lately, she felt like she was the eye of a media hurricane, afraid that a simple meal in public could turn into an episode of unwanted attention and gossip. To her surprise, Lucian had booked the entire restaurant for her.
They were on the 33rd floor. It was open-air, and they could enjoy a panoramic view of Northfield’s cityscape.
“Dear guests, your meal is served. Please, enjoy,” the waiter said with a practiced smile.
“Lucian,” Allison began, “you said today is all about me.”
“Mhm.”
anywhere. Why don’t you head to work instead?” She felt that no matter where she went, she would stir up quite
the hint of gloom in her demeanor. “Let’s eat
asked curiously.
“You’ll see.”
the afternoon, Lucian drove swiftly to the East Bay
the salty sea breeze. “What are we
around her face and donning sunglasses to blend in with the crowd. As the coastal wind played with her light pink scarf, she adjusted it and boarded the boat
did Allison realize they were
island brought a wave of nostalgia. She remembered her last visit, getting lost
over twenty minutes to reach the central
beginning. Now, every project is near completion. You must be tired. Let’s rest
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