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."

about acting, your mom had you beat when she was your

there's no one!" Fiona insisted. "I wasn't hiding any guy in my room. It was

photo of her and Mikey. "See? Do you honestly think I'd go for him? He's just so not my type with that laid-back look." Sorry, Mikey! You're my fall guy this

the picture, noting Mikey's flashy, casual attire-definitely not the serious type.

looked like a

trouble, no one could top his niece Plus, with her taste,

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

at

soon! The memory alone

more words "It's all manageable, but dating early? That's a no-go!¶f there's anyone trying to make a move on you, tell your uncle, and

were dead set on avoiding Fiona's early involvement with anyone, planning to keep her single until her