Chapter 35
Chapter 35: Specially Ordered for Her
Usa looked at the delicious food on the table, took out her phone, and composed a text. After sending it, the nudged Emma slightly, hinting for her to check her Instagram messages, Caught off guard while enjoying her meal, Emma was perplexed as to why she was being asked to check her phone
She was savoring the food, which perfectly suited her palate.
Puting out her phone from her bag, she was surprised to see that the Instagram message whit from Lisa What could be so important that it had to be conveyed over Instagram?
She opened the message, which read, “Hey Emma, have you noticed that most of the food on the table is your favorite?”
Emma had been delightfully devouring her meal without paying much attention. The dishes were indeed delicious, featuring favontes like shrimp scampi enspy fried chicken, grilled salmon, stuffed mushrooms, garlic mashed potatoes, and a variety of seasonal vegetables.
She paused, recalling that when she had arrived, she’d overheard someone mentioning that David had placed the order. Could it be that he had ordered all
her favorite dishes on purpose?
The answer was pretty evident. If two of three dishes had been her favorites, it could be chalked up to coincidence. But out of ten dishes, seven or eight
were her favorites–the couldn’t be a mere coincidence
Collecting her thoughts, Emma glanced at David. As if on cue, he looked up to meet her gaze, his eyes deep and shining, showcasing a hint of warmth.
Her elegant figure and usually calm demeanor were now filled with icy shards of light, flashing a moment of sarcastic coldness. Lowering her gave to hide
her indifference, it pained him like a stab to the heart. The warmth in her eyes faded instantly
Laura, who was sitting next to David, did not notice the exchange of glances between the two. She enthusiastically helped David pick up a large shrimp
and said sweetly. “David, let me peel this shrimp for you, okay?”
“No need David intervened. He had noticed Emma across the table, busy enjoying her food with Lisa, and found his appetite returning. However, after their
briel eye contact and the coldness in her eyes, his renewed appetite dissipated again
Lisa shook her head silently and sighed internally. If only I knew things would come to this
Their situation reflected a popular saying The later the affection, the cheaper it is. When you had it, you didn’t know how to cherish it. Only when you lost
It did you realize how important it was
You for your gaze on what’s beyond your plate while eating from it. When Emma found the courage to withdraw from your world, no longer imitating your eyes, why didn’t you end up with her? is what’s given to you tasteless while what is snatched tastes better?
The high school reunion continued into the night. There was singing and performances in the venue and even the simple joys of fishing and boating on the
In the end, David paid the bill Everyone had a great time. It’s rare to get together, and if anyone else were to pay, everyone would chip in. But with David. even if they wanted to transfer their share to him, he wouldn’t accept it. Therefore, a sincere Thank you!” was all they could offer.
While it might not be visible to everyone, those in the know understood that David’s presence at the reunion was probably for Emma. To put it bluntly, they were all basking in Emma’s radiance. Rare were those who werent, joking, “David, when are you and Elizabeth getting married? Send us an invitation, we want to join the celebration, haha….
“That’s night, when can we hear your good news?‘ another male classmate chimed in.
Charles, who loved to stir the pot, added, “Count me in too. We should throw a big party together!” He glanced meaningfully at Emma.
Among the other classmates, a few glared at them, signaling them to stop. The atmosphere quickly turned silent as they looked at each other and then at
the stars
The classmate who brought up Elizabeth quickly realized the uncomfortable atmosphere. He patted another classmate on the shoulder, indicating him to
stop–didn’t he notice the gloom on David’s face?
One of the classmates nudged him. “It’s all your fault. Theard they broke up a while ago. Even though they both studied abroad, they aren’t in the same Country”
“You why didn’t you say that earlier? the classmate who initiated the topic turned away awkwardly.
“You’re just out of the loop!”
He muttered softly, “How’s it my fault? How I supposed to know that the two who were so in love would split up just like that?”
“You people do it on purpose, don’t you? Constantly rubbing salt in other people’s wounds! Nothing but a bunch of ingrates!”
Laura stood up for David, drawing an intrigued gaze from Emma. Once upon a time, she too had stood up for David
Back in middle
David: scared
David, are you alright?”
then, who had heard about how well off David’s family was? He lived a
At that time, David smiled warmly at Emmis and Lisa and said, “Thank your
modest house in a quiet ne
borhood
In
From then on, the three of them became the best of friends, luckily gaining entrance into the same high school to the end, not becoming enemies was a blessing
David’s eyes, deep as the ocean, gave a piercing glance at the male classmate, causing him to shover and hunch his shoulders.
Don’t ever mention her in front of me again!”
Everyone heard him but remained clueless, wondering what was going on Did they have a fallout? What happened?
Didn’t he and Elizabeth start dating right after high school graduation? Rumor had it that Elizabeth couldn’t get into a good university and could only study abroad because of David’s support
Perhaps men never learn to cherish what they have.
Emma wasn’t interested in these gossip tidbits. Only Lisa glanced at David, sneaking in an insinuating smile.
“Emma, let’s go home. Everyone, we’ll take our leave now. See you all next time!
“Alright, Lisa, see you next time!” A few students waved goodbye, laughing and joking as they departed. Everyone else also said their farewels one by one After bidding his goodbyes, Charles caught up with Lisa and Emma. “Lisa, Emma, are we going the same way? Shall we walk together?
“Maybe not. We’re heading back to the West District,” Lisa replied, Emma wanted to return home as there weren’t many days left to spend time parents before she would leave for a trip. This departure might last for one or two months.
“Well, in that case, it’s not the same way after all. I thought you guys were heading back to Back Bay. I have a place there and planned to rest in Boston for a week Boston has changed quite a bit over the years. Also, since tomorrow is Sunday, I assume you’re free? How about we meet up? Grab some coffee
or a meal?”
Lisa thought: He didn’t get a chance to show off today, did he? So he’s flaunting that he owns a place in Back Bay? Wo lived in one of the most prestigious areas in Back Bay?
Emma thought: That place isn’t even mine; it belongs to Luc. It has nothing to do with mel
d he explode if he knew Emma
“Well, I have plans for tomorrow. We can’t make it, but wishing you a great time in Boston Emma smiled, excusing herself as she turned to leave with Lisa. As the two of them headed for the parking lot, unexpectedly, David also arrived. He was driving a brand–new 2023 Porsche Panamera Handsome and impressive, he wore a sharp deep–blue suit and a checked tie, exuding distinguished elegance. He was particularly dazzling, almost blinding Lisa’s bright
