Chapter 348 We Are In This Together

Dine and dash! That would be unthinkable!

Kallum

smoothly and called over the boss. Maintaining his composure, he inquired, “Is it possible to pay. with a card here?”

He produced a sleek black gold card, which caused the corners of the boss‘ mouth to twitch, skepticism evident in his expression. These two look like decent people, yet they’re planning to dine and dash?

He straightened his back and raised his voice. “I’m sorry, but our establishment is small and we don’t have the facilities to accept card payments.”

Kallum’s irritation flared at the doubtful look from the boss. He quickly suggested, “Then I’ll settle the bill with my watch.” His watch was clearly an expensive piece, signaling his willingness to resolve the matter honorably.

Before he could proceed, Calista intervened, removing a pearl hair clip from her hair and offering it to the boss. “I apologize for the oversight, I rushed out this morning and forgot to bring any money. Would it be possible to use this hair clip as payment?”

The lady boss‘ eyes lit up at the sight of the elegant hair clip. The craftsmanship was exquisite, and the pearls glowed with a lustrous sheen. Clearly recognizing its value, she quickly agreed, her laughter ringing out, “Absolutely, this is more than sufficient! I’ve never seen such beautiful jewelry before!”

Reluctant to part with the hair clip, which clearly meant something to Calista, Kallum was visibly uncomfortable with the transaction.

the scene, whispering, “Don’t make a fuss. How much do you think your watch is worth

from Wanda and despite the large pearl on it certainly

discreet message to Quintus to arrange for the hair clip’s retrieval later. No object that belonged to

money. He had come to the stark realization that there was no one around to indulge him or attend to

amount of money, more than would be convenient at an ATM, so they chose to approach the teller counter instead. There, in line ahead of them, was a couple who appeared to be newly married, likely there

wear thin. It was then that he overheard the woman from the couple discussing their financial plans. “From now

maname the finances in our home on it makes

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348 We Are

with genuine happiness. Furthermore, the bank staff processing their transaction looked on with evident admiration and remarked, “Your husband

Observing this, Kallum seemed to glean some deeper understanding. He glanced at Calista,

carry the large sum of cash in. The bank offered them a cloth bag, which

bag full of money, Calista

as he made

left Calista even more

chuckled and remarked, “What’s going on today? It seems I’m witnessing quite a few romantic gestures this morning! Young lady, your

process this before

stopped. Her expression was a mix of confusion and irritation, yet she managed to maintain a composed exterior. Instead of

do that on purpose?” she complained.

as he had planned. Indeed, the bag was heavier than necessary. After contemplating for a brief moment, he hastily pulled out the only black gold card he had brought with him and offered it to her,

in return. Accept this as my way of showing my gratitude. Keep your money, and use mine whenever you need anything.” Sᴇaʀch Thᴇ FɪndNøvel.ɴᴇt website on Gøøglᴇ to access

Calista as both humorous and slightly ludicrous. Sensing that she might reject the gesture, Kallum decided to say

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