"Madam Mallory, this isn't Mallory Manor. If you've got something to say, just spit it out. I'm not interested in hearing you beat about the bush," replied Luca in a cold voice.A wave of anger roused within Karen. What kind of attitude was this?Did she think she was all that just because she had Luke supporting her?The thought of Luke made Karen even more enraged. Why was it that people and things associated with this name always seemed to be exceptionally difficult to deal with?"I have something to discuss with you!" When Karen saw that Luca was about to leave the restroom, she thought if she did not sort things out here, she would not have the chance to do so later.She did not want anyone to see her begging Luca. Even if Percy might help her if he knew about it, she did not want him to witness this scene. It was too embarrassing.Luca paused for a moment, unable to imagine what Karen wanted to talk to her about.Could it be about what happened with Nina before? However,
"Since you think it’s nice too, I'll buy it," replied Nina, proceeding to place the order.After placing the order, Nina rose to her feet."Where are you going?" asked Luca."I’d like to use the restroom," answered Nina with a smile on her face.At the thought that Karen was also dining in this restaurant, Luca stood up and said, "I'll go with you.""You're going too?" Nina asked in surprise, wondering why Luca was going again when she had just come back."Just keeping you company," said Luca. She took Nina's hand as they walked out of the private room together.Luke and Percy, who were behind them, did not say anything. Luca closed the private room door behind her and then walked toward the restroom with Nina.When Nina saw this, she could not help but say, "Why do I feel like you're acting strangely?""Am I?” Luca shook her head. "I just want to be with you.""You were gone for so long just now. Did you meet someone?" asked Nina, feeling that Luca's behavior was odd. She wo
"When I first went to the restroom, I ran into Madam Mallory." Luca had no choice but to confess.Luke frowned. "Karen?"His gaze immediately fell on Percy."I didn't say anything." Percy knew what Luke wanted to know. Now, he only wanted to live peacefully with Nina. If Karen did not agree to their marriage, then she should not be involved in their lives. Therefore, there was no way he would tell Karen he would be hosting a dinner here."She's investigating you," said Luke.Percy shook his head, indicating there was nothing he could do about it. Karen wanted to investigate him and have his whereabouts tracked, but he could not do anything about it.The key was, Percy did not expect Karen to follow him here just because he organized a dinner party. What was she up to?Percy turned to look at Luca again, figuring she might know the answer.Luca let go of Nina's hand, sat back in her seat, and said, "I don't know how she found out that I had previously used dry needling to tr
Percy noticed that the manager looked anxious and dared not to take the credit card from him. He frowned and repeated again, "The bill, please!""Yes, sir!" The manager had no choice but to take Percy's credit card. "A moment, please."After taking Percy's card, the manager walked out of the private room, signaled to the waitress, and instructed her in a low voice, "Go check the women's restroom and see what happened to the mirrors!""The mirrors?" The waitress was puzzled. What could be wrong with the mirrors?"Just go and check," the manager instructed firmly."Yes." The waitress dared not to delay any longer. She practically jogged over, heading to the women's restroom.As she pushed the door open, she looked at the sink area. When she saw the mirrors, she could not help but be surprised.The perfectly fine mirrors had been smashed to pieces!The waitress quickly glanced around. There were no tools around that could have smashed the mirrors, and there was no bloodstain aroun
After leaving the restaurant, Luke and Luca got into the car together and left. Lliam was driving in front, stealing glances at his boss. After a moment's pause, he spoke up, "Boss, I just saw Madam Mallory."Worried that Luke might misunderstand, he added, "Karen Ruiz.""Mhm, I know." Luke nodded and turned to look at Luca. "Are you really okay?"“Why did you suddenly lose faith in me? Not just anyone can harm me. Madam Mallory doesn't have what it takes,” replied Luca. Even the man who was with Karen might not be able to lay his hands on her."Well, as long as you're not hurt… But since she has this idea, she won't give up easily. You still need to be careful," reminded Luke, sensing that Karen might resort to force to coerce Luca.Luca nodded. Karen knew she might be able to help Pierre with his recovery, so she would not give up easily, which meant she might have other plans. Still, whatever her plans were, she could not harm Luca.Thus, Luca was not too worried. "Usually
"I love them!" Tommy immediately shook his head. He enjoyed everything Luca made!He did not expect their father to suggest something so ordinary to eat."As long as she makes it, I'll love it," said Luke.Tommy nodded and then heard his brother remind him, "Daddy is just worried about Ms. Luca. He doesn't want her to be too tired."Luke threw him a glance of appreciation.It made sense that the eldest son was the smartest. Luke had not said anything, but Lanie could understand his intentions. Whether it was barbecue or tacos, even if Aunt Neile were to help, Luca would be busy. Hence, Luca suggested having a simple meal, which would make it much easier for Luca."Are we doing something wrong, then..." Tommy thought to himself. There were three meals, and their mother would probably have to prepare for a long time...He did not want to make his mother tired either. The kids began to reflect on whether they should not have been so noisy just now and whether they should not have
"Do we really need this many ingredients?" Luke furrowed his brows. Even though it was Aunt Neile who went shopping, it was Luca who would be doing all the seasoning. Each ingredient required different handling, and Luke was worried that Luca would end up too busy and exhausted."Yes, the more variety there is, the happier the kids will be when they eat," replied Luca. She deeply understood this point. Back when her family was struggling financially, it did not matter how much or little food there was as long as there were a variety of choices. It was a great experience even if the food was just what the grown-ups deemed as junk food. She would always find happiness in it, even if she could not eat to her heart's content.Hence, one should enjoy it to the fullest when enjoying food. The prerequisite for that was having a wide variety.As Luke listened to what Luca said, he chuckled and shook his head. "You'll tire yourself out with so much to do.""If we promise something t
No matter who it was, nobody would dare to offend a doctor.However, Pierre was different. He felt that he did not need Johann's help with treatment now. Moreover, without the help of Luca, he would find it difficult to stand up normally. He just decided to go for it, and he did not care anymore.Johann loosened his clenched fist. If he could, he really wanted to punch him in the face!However, he could not do that because he was a doctor. No matter how capable a doctor he was, if he laid hands on a patient, his career in A City would be over.Johann took a deep breath, pulled a chair over, and sat down. As the rage in his eyes dissipated, he looked at Pierre again. This time, his gaze contained a hint of mockery."Mr. Pierre, how important do you think your reputation is, anyway?" asked Johann.Pierre noticed Johann’s tone had changed, and he could not help but wonder if this was some kind of magic trick? How could his emotions shift so easily?"I just want you to ask Luca, tha