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Yvette noticed Xavier's mood getting darker, and alarm bells rang in her head. Still, she put on a reassuring
smile. out her
She said softly, "I can't believe Ms. Sanchez knows Mr. Russell. | was worried! being alone after her divorce, but
with Mr. Russell looking out for her, it seems like her life in Soucrity is going to be just fine." fade. Xavier looked
at the kind-hearted Yvette, and the coldness in his eyes started to Yvette is always so generous. She's truly the
only one | can see myself with for life.
'My earlier frustration might just be because I'm not used to seeing Yasmine laughing and chatting with another
guy. That's just my possessive side flaring up. After all, Yasmine used to be minc.'
He leaned down and planted a gentle kiss on Yvette's forehead, holding her hand. "Don't worry, you'll always be
the one by my side."
Just as Yasmine and the Russell siblings settled into their private room, Chuck walked in. He was wearing a black
chef's coat covered in badges and topped off with a shiny golden chef's hat. "Hey, Yonas. I've been
experimenting with many new dishes lately. You've gotta givesome..." He paused, his eyes lighting up in
surprise. "Ms. Yasmine? You're here too!"
Yasmine knew about the hierarchy at Paragon Hotel. Even the lowest chef here had at prestigious five-star
certification, and everyone had to work their way up.
That black chef's coat and golden hat identified the top chefs at Paragon Hotel- definitely not someone anyone
could see. Each dish they crafted cwith a hefty price tag, starting at a hundred thousand dollars. Still, the
restaurant was always packed with eager diners. Yasmine hadn't expected to see Chuck here, but it made sense-
a mediocre chef wouldn't be around Yonas. She nodded at him. "Chef Chuck, good to see you again."
Chuck shot Yonas a teasing look. He was genuinely surprised Yonas had brought Yasmine here for a meal so
soon. 'So this is what being a long-tbachelor gets him?' he wondered.
Ignoring Chuck's playful grin, Yonas opened the menu and placed it in front of Yasmine. "Today, Ms. Sanchez is
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Chuck's eyes widened. 'Is Yonas serious? How can he be so reckless? He knows how pricey things are at the
Paragon Hotel, especially my cook. Usually, he doesn't think twice about money, but now that he's chasing a
woman, he's suddenly being stingy? 72%
Oblivious to their banter, Yasmine flipped through the menu. Y**s's smooth voice cut in, "Ms. Sanchez, you can
try the Grilled Steak with Garlic Butter, Crispy Fish Tacos, and the S**y Garlic Roasted Salmon."
"It seems you know my tasie well, Mr. Russell, Yasmine remarked, noticing that all his recommendations were her
favorites.
Yonas chuckled softly, his gaze warm. "I remember you enjoyed the s**y kebab that day."
Yasmine was taken aback. he hadn't expected him to be so thoughtful. She had also tried the curry kebab that
day, but he still figured she liked the s**y dishes more. She couldn't help but wonder, 'Is he like this with
everyone?" "I'll go with Mr. Russell's recommendations," she said and closed the menu.
What she didn't know was that each dish Chuck prepared started at an eye-popping one hundred thousand
dollars.
Chuck grumbled to himself again, Yonas is really stingy. Yasmine has been a stay-at-hmom for the last few
years, so she probably doesn't have much saved. up. And now that she's just gone through a divorce, how much
can Xavier really give her?" Chuck usually enjoyed earning money for Yonas, but he liked Yasmine's character
and. didn't want her to feel obligated to pay. He had made plenty himself, and this meal. wouldn't hurt his
finances. So, he decided to speak with the manager later about giving her a huge discount.
Noticing Chuck's distracted expressionline guessed what he was thinking and said in a calm voice, "You don't
have to make exceptions for me. Whatever the price is, let it be. I'm fine with it." One meal wouldn't break her.
Chuck raised an eyebrow, impressed by Yasmine's straightforwardness. 'She has such great character, unlike
Yonas the miser, he thought.
"Alright, that's it today. I'll take care of the bill next time," he said.
After Chuck left, Yonas took his tarranging the wet wipes and utensils in front of Yasmine. The shiny plates
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