Chapter 149
“Did you make these roast yourself?” Dominick suddenly spoke up, glancing sideways at Stephanie, his lips curling into a faint smile as if he couldn’t quite believe st
Stephanie suddenly regretted making these things. She figured they wouldn’t like them anyway.
Hesitantly, she answered, “Yes”
“These roasts are so ugly. They are surely limited edition, one of a kind, Vincent mutiered. Despite his words, there wasn’t much disdain in his tone. Stephanie glared at him, and the two engaged in a childish staring contest.
Dominick sat quietly,
tly, watching their animated expressions with a thoughtful look. His brows were slightly furrowed as he pondered something
George had remained silent all this time. He set down his cup, looked at Stephanie for a long while, and then instructed the butler to cut the stuffed roast and serve them, so everyone could have a taste.
Stephanie was a bit taken aback when George finally spoke. Ever since Dominick’s car accident, he had been somewhat distant and cold towards her.
“What do you think, Dominick? Well. The filling was supposed to be inside, but I didn’t roll it tight enough. The first time I roasted it, it wasn’t fully cooked, and I noticed some veggies spilling out, so I ended up just putting them on top. Stephanie felt quite embarrassed.
The servant cut the unique meat roast on the table into small pieces. Dominick picked up a small piece with his fork and put it in his mouth, remaining silent for a long time.
“How does it taste!” Stephanie scooted closer, and her voice tinged with nervoustiess,
“It’s good.” Dominick set down his fork and patted her head reassuringly
Stephanie was thrilled. This was her first time making a stuffed roast, and maybe she lud the potential to be a good wife after all.
Seeing her excitement, Vincent rolled his eyes. To be safe, he picked the smallest piece and popped it into his mouth. He fell silent instantly.
“Dominick, you can’t mislead her like that, Vincent said, grimacing and gulping down water. The roasted meat was indeed fully cooked, but Stephanie had added so much salt it was unbearably salty.
*Nobody asked you to eat it, Stephanie retorted instinctively.
Vincent wouldn’t be polite with her and was ready to criticize her poor cooking skills. However, Dominick interjected, “Go to the kitchen and get me a glass of juice
Stephanie raised her eyebrows, knowing full well that he was intentionally sending her away. She nonchalantly got up and went to the kitchen.
However, she hadn’t expected Hayley to follow her, seemingly wanting to discuss something.
“What is it?” Stephanie asked directly, turning to face the impeccably dressed and composed woman in front of her.
Hayley met her bright gaze and seemed momentarily taken aback. She then let out a soft laugh. “I think I understand what Dominick sees in you” She paused, her smile carrying an ambiguous meaning.
“A simple–minded woman can
man can make him feel at case, but it can also be exhausting. You’ll drag him down because you can’t help with anything.”
Stephanie was angered and interrupted, “Ms. Isaac, spare me the lectures. My simple mind can’t comprehend them.”
She especially loathed that “simple–minded part. These corporate executives always thought they were superior.
“Sorry, I’ve just been reassigned back here, and I’m used to mentoring newcomers,” Hayley apologized, her tone seemingly sincere, her smile warm “I almost forgot, even Dominick doesn’t scold you. You must really dislike being lectured. I didn’t mean to offend you?”
Stephanie pressed her lips, saying nothing. She couldn’t tell if this woman was genuinely sorry or just pretending.
“By the way, Stephanie, I have a favor to ask. Hayley stepped forward, linking arms with Stephanie as if they were close friends. “It’s about what happened in the hotel lobby. Chloe has been in a bad mood Lately and said some harsh things on impulse. I hope you won’t take it to heart.”
“Oh, that woman. She is Scott’s wife, isn’t she? Stephanie felt her anger flare up as she gritted her teeth, recalling the incident. “She accused me of doing indecent things for business deals and even claimed I ended up pregnant with a bastard.”
Stephanie pulled her arm back as she spoke and took half a step back, not bothering to keep up the pretense.
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Chapter 149
as clever as you guys. If your dear friend Chine is in some sort of troub
Her tone turned cold. “Ms. Isaac, just say what you came to say. I am not as don’t expect me to help. I’m more likely to just enjoy watching the drama”
Hayley’s face darkened. Stephanie had been too blum, leaving her momentarily at a loss for words. She then said. “You know, Chlor is Scott’s wife They have a five–year–old son. Maintaining a family isn’t easy, so I think it would be immoral to let one harsh comment from that day lead to their divorce and cause the child to lose a complete family.”
“Chloe has insulted me, and I end up being the immoral one?” Stephanie found it laughable and stared directly at Hayley. Their divorce has nothing to do with me”
“Dominick pressured Scott, and the Roberts family has decided to cut ties with Chloe. Could you talk to Dominick and ask him to stop?” Hayley’s voice was tinged with complexity.
Stephanie was a bit surprised, but it made sense. That day, Dominick had indeed heard Chloe call her son “bastard“. Insulting her was one thing. there was no way he would tolerate anyone badmouthing their child.
but
“Why should I talk to him? Ms. Isaac, aren’t you the one who understands him so well?” Suddenly, Stephanie felt a mischievous urge to vent some of her recent frustrations. Why don’t you go talk to him? There’s not much between Dominick and me anyway”
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