Master Odell’s Secret Ex-wife novel Chapter 1996

Chapter 1996

Isabel's itinerary for the day was filled out.

After shooting a scene before noon, she rushed to the studio for an appearance on a variety show. It was midnight by the time she got home.

Her stomach was growling.

Just as the car was about to pull into her apartment complex, she called after the driver, "Stop."

The driver stopped the car.

Carla stifled a yawn and asked, "Isabel, what’s wrong?" "I’m going to get something to eat, do you want anything?" Isabel asked.

Carla suddenly appeared conflicted for a moment, she stammered after a brief silence, "Okay, I'll go with you."

Carla had been working for Isabel for several years now. Isabel was very perceptive of even her mildest gestures.

Sensing that Carla was exhausted, she dismissed her for the day. "You know what, you better get some rest, I'll go myself."

Carla grew concerned. "I should go with you, it's so late already." "There are police patrols in the area, I'll be fine. Don't worry."

With that, she got out of the car before Carla could change her mind.

She threw on a hat and walked down the street to a barbecue place that was still rather lively even at this hour.

The weather tonight was cool and relaxing, therefore everyone chose to sit outside to enjoy the night breeze. The inside of the shop was vacant.

Isabel walked inside and headed over to the counter.

"Hey," she called after the owner of the place in a low voice.

The owner immediately recognized her and lit up with a smile. He spoke in the tone one would use to address an old friend, "Hey, the usual?" "Yes, with two beers." Isabel smiled at him.

"Alright, take a seat over there. Nobody is going to sit inside tonight so you won't get bothered. I'll bring the food to you later." "Perfect.”

Isabel went to the section the owner assigned her to and chose a seat next to the window.

There were windows on all sides of the restaurant. She chose to sit next to the window facing the alley that nobody passed by. It was very quiet and calming outside.

After a brief wait, the owner brought her a giant platter filled with barbecued dishes.

It came with a wide variety of grilled vegetables, seafood, and greasy meat that she loved. Two cans of cold beer were on the side too.

She took off the mask and dug in merrily.