The Billionaire's True Heiress From Fake Jewel to Real Crown novel Chapter 1641

If Abe couldn't hold the line after his father retired, their prestigious family brand would collapse into dust.

He was surviving on sheer willpower.

"The flavor is incredible."

Claire sampled a piece.

Duck tongues were a low-yield ingredient; a massive platter like this could easily command an exorbitant price.

While Abe called it a new recipe, he certainly wasn't the first chef to ever cook it.

However, his version carried his distinct culinary signature—a perfect balance of numbing heat followed by a subtle, lingering sweetness. It was the ultimate compliment to a strong drink.

It was more intensely flavorful than purely spicy.

A few moments later, another server walked in carrying yet another dish.

"This is compliments of VIP Room 6. They specifically asked to send it to Ms. Claire."

Claire wasn't shocked. Dane's friend was probably the one sitting in Room 6.

"Please pass on my thanks to him."

She casually shot Dane a text. The dish was a massive, perfectly prepared Sweet & Sour Crispy Bass. While the fish was incredibly fresh, it wasn't exactly Claire's absolute favorite.

Not that the sender would know that, which was perfectly fine.

The execution of the dish was flawless.

"It seems Ms. Claire moves in very high circles," Abe noted with a knowing look.

He knew exactly who was in Room 6 tonight—an entire table of Cabinda's elite heirs.

They were the city's premier trust fund royalty.

Sure, they embraced the playboy lifestyle passed down from their ancestors, but every single one of them was a ruthless, highly successful businessman in their own right. They weren't just idle rich kids.

They frequented his restaurant but never threw their weight around or caused scenes.

Abe was more than happy to cater to them. Having their implicit protection meant nobody else in the city dared to cause trouble at his establishment.

"I just know a few people. I'm really just a normal college student." Claire took a bite of the fish, then immediately reached her fork back out for another spicy duck tongue.

Yeah, the fiery spice was definitely more her speed.

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