Back to the Past: Breaking the Love Spell

t Carlie’s table Gareth and Max sat together on one side while he and Wanda sat

on the opposite side

Owen had helped Carlisle place their orders at noon, so the steaks were served not long after they were seated

Wanda cut into the steak right away. Carlisle glanced at Gareth and Max, who were smiling slightly. They were not bothered by Wanda’s impolite behavior at all.

They indeed came from a family of government officials in Yorksle. They knew how to get on in the world and were far–sighted.

Carlisle quickly got up and apologized with embarrassment, “Please be

understanding. I’ll drink more later as a token of apology.

Gareth waved his hand and said with a smile, “Let’s not do that. This is a gathering of friends. There are no such rules.”

Max said jokingly, “Yes, yes. I also dislike drinking as a form of punishment.

Gareth’s grandfather taught him that he had to be flexible and far–sighted in the

business world.

was not much different from the business world. In fact, some

dealing with official leaders, the consequences of an offense wouldn’t be ast simple as punishing oneself by

tastes so good.” Wanda

but smile

adoration and happiness.

changed. Not to mention how cute she was now–she was just an

I’ll have a try as well.” Gareth cut a piece and put it into his mouth. It was tender, savory, and a

eyes in surprise. “Max, try this. It

was rare for Max to see Gareth giving such a positive review of food. Maybe he did it to lighten the mood, or perhaps it really did taste good. Regardless, he would usually never eat at

rejected the bite. “My stomach is weak, so I can’t eat anything too spicy. I’ll just drink

The waiter placed a plate of garlic butter steak

“Considering that you may not eat spicy food,

Max’s smile froze instantly.

flavorful, so he leaned over and said, “It’s true. It tastes way better than the A5

butter steak and placed it in his mouth. The garlic flavor went well with the