In Love, Never Say Never (Ashton Fuller and Scarlett Stovall) novel Chapter 774

“Mr. Murphy’s the one who should be worrying about this, not you. Let’s just forget this nonsense and go grab some food,” Nora said.

Upon our arrival at Gastronomia, Linda exclaimed when she got off the car, “Ms. Oberick, is there really a need for us to eat here? One meal cost at least a month’s worth of my salary. We know you’re rich, but the both of us treasure our money.”

Nora handed her keys over to the valet. “Stop exaggerating. I know you’ve eaten at fancier restaurants back in the past. C’mon, it’s not like you’re treating. Let’s just enjoy our meal.”

Linda coughed awkwardly. “Can’t help it. I’m tight on cash recently.”

Although A City was only a second-tier city in the Xenhall region, it did not lose out to the other first-tier cities in terms of lavishness.

True to its name, Gastronomia was a fine-dining restaurant that served exquisite food. Instead of the private dining room, we opted to eat at the main hall. Nora headed over to the bar to greet a few familiar faces.

One of them led us to our seats. Right after, she took the liberty to order for us. “They sell mainly seafood here. So don’t worry about getting fat and eat your fill.”

Linda was in disbelief. “Is this really our main concern now?”

Despite the complaints from earlier, the relaxing ambiance and mouth-watering dishes had evidently improved all our moods. At the moment, Nora ordered some red wine. She managed to persuade Linda to drink with her.

After a few drinks, both of them started talking about Armond. Nora seemed a bit down. “Dating is such a dread. Which reminds me, Linda, have I ever mentioned how much I envy you? You have a family of your own. Being a single parent is tough, but it saves you from all those relationship issues.”

“Ms. Oberick, this is where you’re wrong. You’re the lucky one! Since you’re single, you can do whatever you want and not have to be accountable to anyone. How great is that!”

“How’s that great? Linda, let me ask you. Why do we date guys? Isn’t it so that they can protect us and fulfill our bodily desires?”

Linda nodded, completely oblivious to her hidden intention.