Crossroads

Chapter 149

“Did you make these roast yourself?” Dominick suddenly spoke up, glancing sideways at Stephanie, his lips curling into a faint smile as if he couldn’t quite believe st

Stephanie suddenly regretted making these things. She figured they wouldn’t like them anyway.

Hesitantly, she answered, “Yes”

“These roasts are so ugly. They are surely limited edition, one of a kind, Vincent mutiered. Despite his words, there wasn’t much disdain in his tone. Stephanie glared at him, and the two engaged in a childish staring contest.

Dominick sat quietly,

tly, watching their animated expressions with a thoughtful look. His brows were slightly furrowed as he pondered something

George had remained silent all this time. He set down his cup, looked at Stephanie for a long while, and then instructed the butler to cut the stuffed roast and serve them, so everyone could have a taste.

Stephanie was a bit taken aback when George finally spoke. Ever since Dominick’s car accident, he had been somewhat distant and cold towards her.

“What do you think, Dominick? Well. The filling was supposed to be inside, but I didn’t roll it tight enough. The first time I roasted it, it wasn’t fully cooked, and I noticed some veggies spilling out, so I ended up just putting them on top. Stephanie felt quite embarrassed.

pieces. Dominick picked up a small piece with his fork and put it in his mouth, remaining silent

it taste!” Stephanie scooted closer, and

Dominick set down his fork and

roast, and maybe she lud the potential to be a good wife

he picked the smallest piece

can’t mislead her like that, Vincent said, grimacing and gulping down water. The roasted

you to eat it,

poor cooking skills. However, Dominick interjected, “Go to the

that he was intentionally sending her away. She nonchalantly

follow her,

it?” Stephanie asked directly, turning to face the

let out a soft laugh. “I think I understand what

“A simple–minded woman can

be exhausting. You’ll drag him down

interrupted, “Ms. Isaac, spare me the lectures.

“simple–minded part. These corporate executives always thought they were

reassigned back here, and I’m used to mentoring newcomers,” Hayley apologized, her tone seemingly sincere, her smile warm “I almost forgot, even Dominick doesn’t scold you. You must really dislike being lectured. I didn’t mean

lips, saying nothing. She couldn’t tell if this woman was

I have a favor to ask. Hayley stepped forward, linking arms with Stephanie as if they were close friends. “It’s about what happened in the hotel lobby. Chloe has been in a bad mood Lately and said some harsh things on impulse. I hope you won’t take

Stephanie felt her anger flare up as she gritted her teeth, recalling the incident. “She accused me of doing indecent