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.

his reluctance, gently pulled him away from the scene, whispering, “Don’t make a fuss. How much do you think your

it certainly

reluctantly sent a discreet message to Quintus to arrange for the hair clip’s retrieval later. No object that belonged to Calista should ever permanently leave her

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

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 to deposit the monetary

activity of the bank, Kallum’s patience began to wear thin. It was then that he overheard the woman from the couple discussing their financial plans. “From now on,

quickly and dericisely “You’ll maname the finances in our home on it

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348 We Are In This Together

processing their transaction looked on with evident admiration

bank also noticed the couple, casting subtle, envious glances their way. Observing this, Kallum seemed to glean some deeper understanding. He glanced at Calista, who was absorbed in watching

fifty thousand, they realized they had nothing to carry the large sum of

money, Calista

slightly away, Kallum’s voice came out a bit forced as he made a surprising declaration. “You’re in

left Calista even more battled. What’s

at the couple’s interaction, chuckled and remarked, “What’s going on today? It seems I’m witnessing quite a few romantic gestures this morning! Young lady, your boyfriend is not

to process this before Kallum was

a mix of confusion and irritation, yet she managed to maintain a composed exterior. Instead of voicing any frustrations, she simply handed the heavy bag back to Kallum with

do that on purpose?” she complained.

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, “Then,

as my way of showing my gratitude. Keep your money, and use mine whenever you need anything.” Sᴇaʀch Thᴇ FɪndNøvel.ɴᴇt website on

as compensation struck Calista as both humorous and slightly ludicrous. Sensing that she might reject the gesture, Kallum decided to say nothing further and walked away with

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