Ethan knew Lydia was strong-willed; trying to talk her into something usually backfired. So, he pinned his hopes on the waitress, signaling her with a look.
The waitress, a veteran in the place, knew how to read the room. Catching Ethan's cue, she quickly told Lydia, “Ma’am, I’m sorry, but our dining room is fully booked.”
Lydia frowned, “When I walked in, I saw plenty of empty tables.”
“Those tables were reserved for guests who haven’t arrived yet. They’ll be here shortly,” the waitress explained with a calm that belied her fib.
Lydia, who had grown up in a small farming community, understood hardship. Why make life difficult for a waitress?
“Fine, we’ll eat here,” Lydia finally conceded.
It was just a meal. As long as she didn’t dwell on Ethan’s intentions, the setting was no big deal.
Just a stream and some roses—hardly intimidating.
Lydia walked back, her steps firm on the cobblestone path, and took a seat at the table under the gazebo.
Ethan, seeing Lydia settle down, gave the waitress a grateful look and joined Lydia at the table.
The waitress, pleased with Ethan’s approval, approached with the menu, “Miss, please, your order.”
Lydia quickly picked a couple of dishes and handed back the menu.
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The readers' comments on the novel: The Billionaire’s Secret Quartet (Thalassa and Elowen)
Is this the end of the story...
Thanks for completing this beautiful story May you always prosper....
Waiting to hear how the grandfather behaves going forwards. Thanks for updating...
This story is splendid. Thanks so much....
I find Hertha extremely childish.poor Alaric one woman is childish the other one is domineering and a liar.poor guy.please get the Thalassa and Lysander story back...
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Oh thanks for this beautiful novel updates. At last the man's legs are healed....
Hertha needs to tell Alaric everything and quit giving a hard time ....
Hertha is being childish.thanks for the updates...