Pampered by Billionaires after Being Betrayed novel Chapter 73

Chapter 73 Rejecting Him
Jackson didn't say a word; he simply tossed the menu in front of Emily.

The menu was a hardcover book, and its impact on the table made a loud noise, startling Emily.

"Did I startle you?" Jackson furrowed his brow, reaching out as if to pat her for comfort, but Emily quickly dodged.

Jackson's hand awkwardly hung in the air for a moment before he withdrew it.

The awkwardness wasn't just on Jackson's side; Emily felt it too.

Mr. Taylor must know about her and Nathan, and she went to work for Jackson. If there was anything ambiguous between her and Jackson, how would Mr. Taylor see her?

Emily frowned. Mr. Taylor had always been kind to her, and she didn't want to leave a bad impression on him.

By now, Mr. Taylor had understood everything. He maintained his kind smile and defused the awkwardness, "Shall I order instead? I'm the oldest here, so I'll go first, alright?"

Jackson took the menu and handed it to Mr. Taylor. "Of course."

Jackson smiled politely, but he wasn't here today just for the food.

He initially thought Emily was naive, but now he realized she was cunning. If he didn't use some means, he wouldn't be able to win her over.

Luckily, he ran into Olivia at the hospital, so he found an excuse to arrange this lunch.

Mr. Taylor continued to smile amiably, ordering dishes with great concentration.

"Let's order some crab; they're best eaten at this time of year. And let's have some red wine too; it's absolutely delicious. What do you think?"

"I'm fine with anything," Jackson shrugged.

Mr. Taylor nodded and then turned to Emily, "What do you think, Emily?"

"Dad, Emily can't eat crab right now," Olivia interjected. The doctor had advised Emily to eat less seafood.

Mr. Taylor was somewhat surprised, "Oh? Is Emily feeling unwell?"

"Are you unwell?" Jackson instantly became nervous. "Where do you feel uncomfortable?"

Emily felt embarrassed. "I'm not uncomfortable... Olivia, shall we switch seats? I'm sitting by the window, and I feel a bit cold."

"Oh, sure!"

Olivia immediately stood up and switched seats with Emily, sitting between Jackson and Emily, effectively blocking Jackson's gaze towards Emily.

After changing seats, Emily instantly felt much more at ease.