NovelEnglishChapter 379: As Yvonne walked in, she caught the tail end of Rachel's conversation with Andres.
Seizing the moment, she eagerly joined the conversation. "Hello, Mr. Garrett, Yvonne Jimenez speaking. Do you recall our last meeting?" "Of course, Ms. Jimenez. Our cars have quite the connection." "I overheard that Rachel owes you a meal. How about joining us at her place? I'll handle the cooking." Surprised, Andres responded, "You cook?" "Just enough to satisfy hunger. What do you say we plan something?" "I'd be pleased to accept." "Perfect, Rachel will text you the details soon." Once the call ended, Rachel, looking puzzled, inquired, "You're really inviting him to dinner?" With confidence, Yvonne responded, "Yeah. Ever heard that true hospitality is serving a meal you've made yourself? For someone like Andres, who's tasted every delicacy, it's the thought that counts. Remember your collaboration with his firm? Winning his favor could ease your path considerably. His team will certainly hold you in higher esteem." Rachel expressed her gratitude with a nod. "Thanks, Yvonne. You always have a knack for these strategies." With a touch to her cheek and a grin, Yvonne said proudly, "Right? I think I'm quite savvy, perfect for the business world." Yet, Norton hadn't seen it that way.
The thought of Norton always stirred her anger.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtThat morning, Leif had bombarded her with messages detailing Norton's flight.
It was obvious Norton was expecting her to pick him up.
She had intentionally ignored his messages, leaving them unread to spite him.
Yvonne took on the task of preparing multiple dishes to welcAndres.
She spared no expense with the ingredients, so busy that she didn't even pause for a drink of water.
Rachel observed this, feeling thankful yet worried.
Each tshe attempted to enter the kitchen, Yvonne would escort her out within seconds.
After being turned away twice, Rachel resigned herself to not intruding again, fearing she might disrupt more than assist.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmYet, when Rachel noticed the exotic seafood and premium ingredients Yvonne was using, she couldn't help but ask, "Isn't this a bit excessive?" "Not at all. It's precisely what's needed to show our appreciation," Yvonne assured her.
Unbeknownst to Rachel, Yvonne had an ulterior motive.
Her goal was to irritate Brian. The more upset he became, the better for her plan.
Yvonne suspected that Brian had orchestrated Norton's return,O M expecting her to meet Norton at the airport. She was almost certain Brian would show up tonight.
Imagining his reaction to their lavish dinner with Andres, Yvonne-wasm convinced he'd be seething with jealousy.
Convinced that seeing Rachel potentially court another would make Brian rueful) Yvonne relished the thought.
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