Chapter 136 The Quirky Cousin

I was surprised Stella invited Atlas to join us.

“He might be late since he went to Operose. He’s on his way back now, so we don’t have to wait for him to start eating,” she casually explained, “I impulsively decided to invite him. Atlas called me and asked what I wanted to eat, but I told him about our meal. You don’t mind, do you?”

I replied, “Of course not!”

Although I said that, I felt uneasy. I felt I wasn’t telling Stella the truth when I said I didn’t mind. Still, I couldn’t tell this sincere and harmless girl that.

“That’s good,” she said, handing me the menu, “I ordered a few dishes since it’s our first meal together. I

don’t know what you like, so please choose.”

Her warmth made her more approachable. It differed from our first encounter when she seemed more. indifferent and arrogant. I remembered how she glanced at the other diners the other day. Her expression was a significant contrast from her current one. She seemed like two different people.

I chose dishes from the menu and returned it to the waiter. Then, I turned to Stella and said, “I’m sorry for

not contacting you much lately. I’ve been busy.”

need to be so formal. I know you’re busy,” Stella had a pleasant voice, “I admire you

your own company.”

company’s struggles. Stella’s comment sounded somewhat sarcastic, but I couldn’t blame her for not knowing

“Mr. Atlas must be busy with work

to wait for

quickly hid her surprise. “Oh, we

had misspoken. “D–Did I…say anything

sure you’re hungry. He might take a while to

wait.” Stella looked mischievous,

into the restaurant. He drew everyone’s attention upon entering. I

and continued

me with a faint smirk,

She playfully scolded Atlas, “You’re too slow. We would’ve finished and left if you came any later.”

replied as he took the menu from the waiter to order a few dishes.” Excuse me, I’ll

he got up and headed to the restroom, I sensed an icy gaze on me from a distance. I knew it must be Melanie and thought she didn’t hold back her

did you know

glanced at her and answered truthfully, “No, I didn’t.

no wonder,” she murmured.

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