Chapter 378
Jeremy reassured Cornelia, “Chill I’ve got enough dough for my daily grind
Instantly, Cornelia sent him a transfer of $1111 via WhatsApp, with the note, “Happy New Year!”
Jeremy replied with a transfer of $2222, adding a note. Darlin, Happy New Year!
They’d been hitched for a while, but this was the first time held called her that A blush spread across
Cornelia’s cheeks. Before she could figure out how to respond, Briana butted in, “Cornelia, quit being
glued to your phone and let’s chow down The food’s getting cold”
Cornelia hastily stashed her phone, only to hear Briana ask, “Cornelia, who were you messaging just
now? Why are your cheeks so red?”
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtTouching her face instinctively, Cornelia replied. The room’s probably too hot. Plus, I just had a glass of
booze”
Marcus’s eyes were immediately drawn to Cornelia. Her skin was smooth and full of collagen, and her
cheeks were flushed like ripe apples, looking utterly enticing
His Adam’s apple bobbed unconsciously and his mouth felt dry. He quickly downed the remaining half
glass of wine. It did nothing to quench his thirst but instead seemed to ignite a flame
within him
He tugged at his collar irritably, unbuttoning two buttons and revealing an attractive collarbone.
Brana nodded knowingly, “So, alcohols to blame huh?”
Cornelia immediately served her a piece of meat, trying to divert her attention, “I prepared this dish
especially for you. Give it a try: is it tasty?”
1 already had some, its delicious Thanks, Cornelia Briana replied.
While munching on fish and chips, Ben chimed in, “Cornelia, these fish and chips, you made them
especially for me, didn’t you?”
Cornelia responded with a smile, “Yeah, you’ve been craving good of fish and chips recently. So I made
it just for you. What do you think of the taste?”
Ben took a small sip from his glass, “Cornelia, not to butter you up, but your cooking skills are way
better than many professional chefs. If you ever get tired of working at the Hartley Group, you should
consider opening your own restaurant”
Cornelia laughed. “Thanks for the compliment, Ben! If you ever crave it again, let me know. I’ll whip it
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmup for you”
Ayden, whod been silent all along, was engrossed in his meal, oblivious to the changing atmosphere
around the table
Dr. Dawson, who had more life experience than anyone else present, sensed the change. She knew it
was because of Cornelia and Ben.
Dr. Dawson glanced at Marcus, who had been all smiles just a moment ago. His mood had soured
because Cornelia had prepared a dish for another man, “Marc. Cornelia prepared each of our favorite
dishes, including yours”
Cornelia also sensed his shift in mood, but she had no idea she was the cause. She raised her glass,
President Hartley, here’s to you. Thanks for taking care of me this past year”
Marcus’s long, good–looking fingers drummed rhythmically on his glass. His gaze at Cornelia held a
hint of dissatisfaction, What about mine?”