Ex Cried as I Wed a Tycoon

Chapter 328

Effie had always loved noodles—any kind, really. Whether it was spicy ramen, creamy carbonara, or classic chicken noodle, she adored them all.

She and Shirley walked together to the noodle place Shirley had recommended. Effie was surprised to find it just a short stroll behind their office building.

The front side of the building faced the bustling city center, all honking horns and streams of traffic. But step around back, and you were suddenly in a different world-a cozy, lively street full of local flavor.

Vendors called out to passersby, and the air was thick with the mouthwatering aromas of simmering broths and fresh bread.

Shirley led Effie to a table, and they didn't have to wait long before their food arrived.

There weren't any menus here. The owner made just one kind of noodle, rumored to be handmade every morning, giving them a wonderful chew and a flavor that was hard to beat.

As Shirley dug in, she sniffed appreciatively and told Effie, "Back in college, I used to take the bus for nearly an hour just to eat these noodles."

She wasn't great with spicy food, but somehow she always thought a hint of heat made everything taste better.

little spicy" never quite matched up with the

grinned as a thought struck her. "So tell me, did you take this

"You're too sharp, Effie! Actually, when I first started working here, I came almost every day. But you know, no matter how much you love something, you get sick of it if you have it all the time. After a while, I was so full of noodles, I felt like I was

true-too much of even your favorite thing could wear

she listened, an image of Lyman's handsome face

apply to people? Did feelings fade over time, the way Mitchell's had for

She and Lyman were only at

to get an order to go," Effie

Shirley's eyes sparkled

bring some up for Mr. Etheridge? But do you think he'd go for food from a little place

put on a teasing, dramatic voice. "In my mind, CEOs

swirling

"Who told you

actually loves local food. And he's a fantastic