The Billionaire's True Heiress From Fake Jewel to Real Crown novel Chapter 1340

"He's far too weak. It's best if we don't move him at all."

Since Melanie put it that way, Claire couldn't possibly refuse.

But heading over tonight meant she'd have to go after dinner.

"I'll head over after I eat. Does eight o'clock work?"

Claire figured that gave her plenty of time.

Melanie had another idea. "I've never been to Apex. Could you recommend a good restaurant? Dinner is on me!"

"There should be plenty of great spots right around your hotel."

"But I'm sorry, I've already promised to have dinner with my family."

Claire politely turned down the invitation, though she did text Melanie a list of the top-rated restaurants in Apex.

Sitting pretty at number one was Hearth & Kettle.

"Hearth & Kettle looks incredible, but the reviews say it's impossible to get a table."

Melanie was curious. "Why is it so hard? Is it just completely booked out?"

"Partly because of the high demand, but mostly because during the holidays, they strictly cater to existing VIP clients," Claire explained.

Hearing that, Melanie immediately abandoned the idea of dining there.

Even if the chef had a legendary pedigree, she wasn't a VIP, and she likely didn't have the budget to match the restaurant's exclusivity anyway.

She'd be better off finding something a bit more reasonably priced.

"This place, The Summit View, looks nice too. Are you absolutely sure you won't join me for dinner?"

Melanie extended the invitation one last time.

Claire declined yet again.

"I'm sorry. As a local, I should definitely play host, but I genuinely don't have the time tonight."

"I already promised my family."

Claire sounded incredibly sincere, but the truth was, she simply had no desire to share a meal with Melanie.

As far as Claire was concerned, they weren't even close enough to be called friends.

Instead of wasting an hour making small talk, she'd much rather stay home with her grandmother.

Since they were staying at Hearth & Kettle, Jennifer would handle their dinner.

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