After discussing the countermeasures, they decided they could compromise a little in the profit distribution.Rosalie texted Xander, saying she could give him another 3% of the profit. If Lancer Corporation refused to accept this, their cooperation would have to end.There was no reply from that end.It was almost noon, and the matter on Rosalie’s side was practically settled. Thus, Byron took her out for lunch.To make up for the last time, Byron booked a table in the best restaurant in Coast City.He even ordered a couple’s meal.The two were seated at the table led by a waitress.“Sir, the drinks in your couple’s meal are sold out. Would you like a replacement or a refund?”After confirming their booking, the waitress asked Byron.Noticing it was a couple’s set, butterflies fluttered in Rosalie’s stomach. Never did she expect Byron would do something childish like this.Byron, however, calmly presented the menu to her. “Look at what you want to drink and order more food. I
Byron served her food to prove his sincerity. He kept saying romantic phrases and helping her out with the food gentlemanly, making her feel shy and happy at the same time.After lunch, the waitress served a few desserts. “These desserts are gifts from our restaurant. Best wishes to you.”Rosalie thanked the waitress gently.Unsure if it was a coincidence, the restaurant served them three desserts.“I wonder what the kids are doing now. Estie likes tiramisu the most.”The desserts reminded her of the three little ones.Byron said, “It’s supposed to be their lunch break now. If you’re worried about them, let’s go to the kindergarten and bring them the desserts.”At the thought of seeing the three kids, Rosalie’s mood brightened. “I have that in mind too.”They asked the waitress to help them pack the desserts and headed to the kindergarten.On the way, they called Miss Leigh Ann.When they arrived at the kindergarten, Miss Leigh Ann also happened to come out of the lounge with
The three little ones finished their desserts, and Rosalie sent them back.Back in the car, she looked at Byron, who pretended nothing had happened. Unable to contain her curiosity about his act, she asked, “When did I agree to go to a movie with you this afternoon?”Byron turned around and looked at her calmly. “I chose to decide for you because I knew you would reject my invitation if I asked you.”Rosalie looked away guiltily when he spoke out her thought.She could guess what he meant. He thought of today as a date.For her, it was somehow a bit of a surprise.She said nothing for a while, and Byron was a little disappointed. “If you’re unhappy with this arrangement, we can watch the movie another day. I’ll buy the gifts for the children later.”Rosalie noticed the disappointment in his tone and shook her head with a smile. “No. I just think I should prepare for...”Byron looked at her lovingly. “You don’t have to prepare yourself. You’re always beautiful.”Rosalie blushed
“If I knew this mall would remind you of this, I would’ve chosen another mall.”Byron looked regretful.Rosalie calmed down and got out of his embrace. She had a smile on her face again. “I’m only a little sad when I think of it. I’m fine now. Since Estie and I have found each other, I’ll give her everything I haven’t had the chance to give her before this.”Byron nodded and grasped her hand, clasping his fingers to give her no chance to escape. “Me too. I’ll make up for everything we’ve missed before.”His words moved Rosalie as her eyes met his affectionate eyes. The smile on her face bloomed.It was still early to get to the cinema. Thus, they walked around from level to level.Walking to the men’s clothing store window, Rosalie’s footsteps stopped subconsciously when she saw the clothing in it.Byron looked at the men’s attire in the shop and was a little displeased.“Who are you getting men’s clothes for?”Only a few men were around her, and she was by his side now. Which
Only then did Rosalie snap out of her thoughts.The salesman smiled and said, “I don’t have to get any other size. Your figure is almost the same as the mannequin. If you don’t mind, I can take the clothes on the mannequin for you to try on.”Byron turned around to get Rosalie’s opinion, making him look like a hen-pecked husband.The salesman understood his intention and waited patiently for Rosalie’s answer.Feeling shy when she realized what was happening, Rosalie nodded with a smile.The salesman took the suit and asked one of the staff to lead Byron to the fitting room. Meanwhile, he took Rosalie around the store and introduced her to each suit they had. Then, he observed which of the suit she looked at for the longest time.A moment later, Byron walked out of the dressing room, wearing a smoke-gray shirt and a black suit. His back was straight, and his shoulders were broad.When he got out, he went straight to Rosalie without looking into a mirror. “How about this? Do you t
Rosalie looked at the salesman embarrassedly as soon as she said that.The salesman obviously heard her but did not say anything. Instead, he smiled politely at her.Byron looked at Rosalie’s panicked expression lovingly.After a while, the staff came over with the packed clothes.Byron took the clothes from the staff and told Rosalie, “I’ll take them. Rosie, you can get me the one I’m wearing now.”Then, he smiled and waited for Rosalie to answer him.Rosalie’s regret was not getting a chance to get Byron a suit six years ago. She would accept it now since Byron was allowing her to do so.Byron wanted to test the rest of the clothes, but Rosalie stopped him. “Never mind…”She glanced sheepishly at the salesman and the staff as she whispered to Byron, “You can put them on when we get back home and show me.”As if displeased that she could not immediately see him in other clothes, Byron paused for a few seconds before nodding.Then, they went to pay for the clothes.After sho
Rosalie and Byron had almost shopped at every store in the mall.In a restaurant they did not notice, Alistair was sitting by the window and looking at them with interest.If he was not mistaken, the woman beside Byron was Rosalie, the former Mrs. Lawrence.“Have you found out the background of that woman?”Opposite him, a man sat down respectfully, and Alistair turned around and asked.Nodding slightly, the assistant took a document from his bag and pushed it to Alistair.“According to the investigation, Byron’s ex-wife left silently six years ago and only recently returned from abroad. As soon as she returned to the country, she met Byron, and it seemed that Byron has been pestering her since then.”Hearing this, Alistair seemed interested and stared at the woman not far away. “That woman? She’s beautiful, but so many beautiful women are interested in Byron. What makes her special?”Pester.It was not a word that seemed appropriate to describe Byron.The assistant continued
Byron frowned slightly and checked his phone notifications.There were messages.“Are you sure?” he asked Rosalie for confirmation.Rosalie shook her head hesitantly. “Maybe… I was just imagining things. I don’t seem to recall anything weird.”Byron hugged her and comforted her. “Feel free to tell me if you sense anything weird. Don’t be afraid. I’m by your side, and I’ll ensure your safety.”Rosalie smiled and leaned on his chest.A moment later, the elevator stopped at the top of the mall.Byron and Rosalie walked into the cinema.Habitually, Rosalie wanted to go and get the tickets, but Byron headed straight to the ticket-checking point instead. After he informed the staff, he turned around and looked at Rosalie.She froze for a few seconds before following him. “Don’t we have to get the tickets?”Meanwhile, the staff smiled and explained, “This gentleman has booked the cinema for the evening. You can just inform us whenever you want to watch the movie.”Rosalie was dumbs