Chapter 681
Nicolas forced down his inner discomfort, cleared his throat, and asked, “How come you two are having dinner together?”
“You guys barely know each other, right?”
Mason said, “I went with Miss Trisha to visit Celeste. It was a dinner party organized by Celeste, so we’re all eating together” He chuckled, “Did you score a new girlfriend?*
Nicolas replied, “Nope, just a blind date arranged by my family
Sipping her juice, Trisha stole a glance at him. “Already holding hands on a blind date, huh?”
What she meant was, Do you think I’ll buy that?
Nicolas smiled, “Well, I’m irresistible. Women can’t help themselves when they meet me. Like when you first met me, you wouldn’t let go of me, remember? That’s way more than just holding hands.”
Trisha choked on her juice, nearly suffocating herself
After a long coughing spell, her face all red, she glared at him and said, “I was trying to buy time!”
Nicolas pulled out the chair next to her, propped his head up with his hand, and looked at her with a mischievous grin, “Really? I thought you were drawn to my charm”
Trisha rolled her eyes, “If I harbor any inappropriate thoughts about you, may I be struck by lightning!”
Nicolas fell silent.
Did she have to be so harsh just for a joke?
Was it that embarrassing to have feelings for him?
Nicolas felt a tinge of annoyance.
Just as they were speaking, Celeste returned from the restroom.
She was surprised to see Nicolas, but after learning what had happened, she politely invited, “Mr. Francis, would you like to join us?”
Before Nicolas could answer, Trisha quickly said, “He’s already eaten.” Then she turned to Nicolas, “You should probably get going.”
Nicolas, who initially had no intention of freeloading, simply took a seat He said, “Well, in that case, I won’t be shy. The food on the blind date was terrible Eating with someone you don’t know kind of kills your appetite
Celeste was speechless.
To Nicolas, being polite probably meant “an invitation“.
So the dinner for three turned into a dinner for four.
Trisha was not pleased with this. She lowered her voice and said to Nicolas, “You shameless jerk, do you have any idea how expensive this meal is? You don’t care since you’re not paying!”
Annoyed, Nicolas said, “Say something nice, Trisha. I’ll pick up the tab.”
Trisha paused, “Show me your wallet first.”
Nicolas laughed in frustration. Did she think he wouldn’t keep his word?
He tossed his wallet to her. When Trisha opened it and saw the credit cards inside, she was instantly all smiles.
“Order whatever you want. If we can’t finish it, we’ll take it home to feed the pigs.
Nicolas,
*
Where did the pigs come from?
Nicolas would pay the bill, and Trisha immediately took the menu back and ordered a bunch of expensive items like Bluefin Tuna.
Seeing her almost wishing to order the entire menu, Nicolas felt both amused and irritated.
What a grudge she held just because she had to cook for him a few times!
As the food was served, the four chatted and ate.
