Flora’s Guide to a Second Chance at Love and Life

Chapter 1450

She'd booked a spot at the Golden Hotel, which was no big deal since she owned the place-dining there came with the perk of not needing to pay! The manager was already waiting, ready to usher Henrik and Fiona into their private dining room with all the respect you'd expect for the boss.

"Come on, Uncle, dig in. These dishes are all your faves, and you've been away from Cedarvale for ages. Some of these authentic flavors are impossible to find in Maple Grove."

Henrik gave her a mild look as he shrugged off his coat, draping it over his chair. His cream-colored sweater did little to hide his tall and well-built frame, the result of consistent workouts despite his middle age.

He laced his fingers together, resting them on the table. "Why so sugary today? What are you guilty of this time?"

"Who was that guy at your house calling you Fiona earlier when I rang?"

"Uncle! You're my real uncle, can't I be nice without you jumping to conclusions?" Fiona's voice carried a hint of genuine hurt.

"Cut the act."

shot her a knowing glance. "If we're talking about acting, your mom had you beat

one!" Fiona insisted. "I wasn't hiding any guy in my room. It was just a friend.

for him? He's just so not my type with that laid-back look." Sorry, Mikey! You're my fall guy this time. I owe you a dinner

the picture, noting Mikey's flashy, casual attire-definitely

looked like a

one could top his niece Plus, with her taste, she wouldn't be interested in

young. The guys out there aren't always up to

look at your mom, dating

The memory alone made Henrik want to beat his

in bed post-baby, with Connor managing the baby duties and a milk bottle, and bit back more words "It's all manageable, but dating

set on avoiding Fiona's early involvement with anyone, planning to keep