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.

make a fuss. How much do you think your watch is worth compared

from Wanda and despite the large pearl on it certainly not being cheap, it paled in comparison to the price of a

decision was final, Kallum 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 possession.

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

chose to approach the teller counter instead. There, in line ahead of

couple discussing their financial plans. “From now on, this two hundred thousand

maname the finances in

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processing their transaction looked on with evident admiration and

He glanced at Calista, who was absorbed in watching the television on

fifty thousand, they realized they had nothing to carry the large sum of cash in. The bank offered them a

bag full of money, Calista looked utterly

out a bit forced as he made a surprising

more

of the bank staff, unable to hide their amusement at the couple’s interaction, chuckled and remarked, “What’s going on today? It seems I’m witnessing quite a few romantic gestures

Calista barely had time to process this before Kallum was

stopped. Her expression 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

do that on

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

into her hand firmly and explained, “You’ve been taking care of me without expecting anything 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 chapters of novels early and in the

and slightly ludicrous. Sensing that she might reject the gesture, Kallum decided to say nothing further and walked away with the cash.

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