Mated to the Alpha triplets novel Chapter 58

Olivia

As soon as we got to a hallway filled with maids cleaning, I tried to snatch my hand back, but Logan wouldn't let me. As the maids bowed in greeting to Logan, they all watched, some unable to hide the expressions of shock on their faces. We walked hand in hand along the hallway and the maids began to whisper and gossip to each other. I tried pulling my hand out of his again, all to no avail. Logan gave me a reassuring smile and then I felt marginally better. He led me to his car and he drove out of the palace.

The drive was intensely silent, until Logan began to crack jokes, perhaps to get me to relax. I was a bit tense trying to understand why he was taking me out, but he soon made me forget as we both laughed as he told me some of his embarrassing moments. 

The funniest and yet the saddest one was when he stole his mom’s clothes when he was in grade five. He said some of his friends had always made fun of him for not having a mom since his mother had died and to prove them wrong, he wore his mom’s clothes to school the next day to show off. It was hilarious, but my heart broke for that little boy who must have missed his mom a lot. 

After a few minutes, he pulled up in front of a beautiful restaurant. I got out of the car and he led me in. The restaurant was well-decorated and furnished. He walked to the receptionist who instantly recognized him.

“Good evening, Prince Logan,” he said as he bowed slightly. The receptionist looked at me and bowed to me. I was startled that he was bowing to me and I awkwardly returned the slight bow. He then led us to our table before returning back to his post. The chef came out to meet us, introduced himself and placed the menu list in front of us waiting for us to make our orders. I looked around and realized we were the only patrons present, and I wondered if it was because Logan was being treated as a special guest. As I opened the menu, the prices were shocking and I instantly closed it because the prices were too expensive. Logan noted this and softly asked if I didn’t like any of the meals that were on the list. 

I beckoned to him and he moved his face closer to mine across the table. I covered our faces with the menu list and whispered to him that the prices were too expensive… at least for high school students. 

"Do you want to get out of here before we have to wash plates in the kitchen to cover our bill?" I asked, only half-joking.

“I know some places that sell good food and are less expensive,” I added.

He smiled at me and told me that he would be paying for everything and that I shouldn’t worry about the price. He asked me to order anything I wanted, even if I wanted everything on the list.

“But I'm not certain I can order anything. They all sound fancy, what if I can't eat anything?” I asked, my face burning in mortification.

“Don’t worry, Liv. You will enjoy their food,” he said and moved his face away from mine. I sat back as well trying to compose myself.

He told the chef to bring him something that sounded like steak and vegetables, but I couldn't be sure. He also asked for a pinot noir. The chef noted it down and turned to me. I was still trying to get the less expensive food but everything on the list was almost of the same price. Logan saw how reluctant I was and then he told the chef to get me the same thing he had ordered. 

"Is that fine by you?" He asked, turning to look at me.

I smiled faintly and then nodded. The chef took that as a yes and went to get us our orders. He came back with the wine a few minutes later and also brought out complimentary bread and sauces for us to munch on while waiting for our meal. I thanked him and then he left.

Logan looked at me as he sipped his wine. I did so too, feeling a bit tense and awkward. 

Just then, I asked him why the entire restaurant was empty except for us. 

“Do they accept just one reservation for a particular time? I guess that's why their food is so expensive,” I said.

“No. They are always busy as they are one of the restaurants with the best head chef in town,” He said.

“Oh… why is it empty?” I asked.

“I rented the whole place out,” he said, smiling over the rim of his wine glass.

“What? Why?” I asked him in surprise.

“Because I want to treat you, Liv, to a nice meal and spend time with just you alone. I don’t like it when everywhere is crowded,” he said.

“Oh I understand not liking crowded places, but still, I can't imagine how expensive it must be,” I said, cringing as I thought how much the date was probably costing him.

“I only paid a few dollars, Liv. It's not really expensive.”

“If you say so, Prince Logan,” I said with a faint smile.

He only smiled at me and just then the chef brought out the steak. Logan motioned for me to try it out and I did. 

“The taste is heavenly, Logan.” I slightly moaned in surprise and pleasure as the several flavors burst onto my tongue in just one bite.