A Second Chance at Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard)

Chapter 2809 Gazing at the menu, Alexis inquired what Leonel had ordered, and then she nodded and said something in French.

Ryan's face flushed once more.

Alexis was momentarily taken aback and then responded calmly, albeit somewhat curtly, with a simple, “Thank you. That's all." After Ryan departed, Leonel took a sip of his ice water.

Leaning against the chair's backrest, Leonel asked with a smile, “Why has the standard for hiring temporary employees here been lowered? I recall that the previous requirement for even temps was to be capable of holding a basic conversation in French.” Alexis smiled and replied, “Perhaps the business isn't doing well.

The economy hasn't been favorable in recent years, and high-end consumption has clearly dwindled,” Alexis remarked. “This restaurant has been open for 30 years, yet it still manages to attract a steady stream of customers. Let's not be too hard on the manager here.” Leonel chuckled. “Am I too harsh on the manager?” Alexis understood what Leonel meant.

tone, she said, “I recognize him. He's connected to Marcus somehow.” Leonel actually heard of the saga involving Marcus and Melissa, but his knowledge was Limited compared

from Ross, who wasn't known for

Alexis’ revelation, Leonel's

Shortly after, a server arrived with

doted on Evelyn, was now showing her the proper way to use cutlery in the upscale eatery. He advised her in a soft voice, “Be quiet while eating. It's the polite thing to do." Books Chapters Are Daily Updated Join & Stay Updated for All Books

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of sweetness in her voice, she commented, “Daddy, then you

you, either.” Leonel was

you feel.” Leonel found himself