The Billionaire's Secret Quartet

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?

refusal inadvertently cut off any chance for Rosalind to

filled with regret for David, not

to salvage the situation, Rosalind stood up, "Alright

grabbed her purse and headed for the door, leaving David to

left, David had no choice but to

they stepped out, Lydia and

of them met face

Rosalind leaving together, and teased, "David, fancy

mortified, wishing he could've silenced Ethan before

enough, Rosalind was upset. She shot David a cold look, then sarcastically said, "So, David was here on business. Unfortunately, don't have

stormed off in her heels, leaving

David tried to follow and explain but

gave Ethan a look

Ethane coming to a restaurant for