David fidgeted with the chopsticks, continuously loading his plate to avoid the awkward silence that had settled between them. Soon, the dishes on the table were almost gone.

Rosalind asked, "David, are you full, or should we order some more?"

David reached for a napkin to dab at his mouth, declining, "No, thanks. I'm quite satisfied."

These phrases were usually exchanged with clients.

Whenever a client would ask if he'd like to order more, he'd generally decline.

He didn't expect Rosalind to ask, and he reflexively refused.

Right after speaking, David regretted it.

Why did he say no? Couldn't he have shown some concern, asking if she was full or inviting her to pick something she liked?

inadvertently cut off any chance for

with regret for David, not for dining with Rosalind, but

salvage the situation, Rosalind stood

purse and headed for the door, leaving David to sigh inwardly, criticizing himself for not

left, David had no

they stepped out, Lydia and

of them met face

David and Rosalind leaving together, and teased, "David, fancy seeing you here. So,

could've

here on business. Unfortunately, don't have any

Rosalind stormed off in her heels, leaving a

follow and explain but realized

a look of

restaurant for treatment. Let Dr. Lydia

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