"It was no bargain," Morwenna muttered, forcing herself to gulp down the expensive craft beer she'd ordered.

It seemed Greta found amusement in the way people, even when they didn't like something, pretended to enjoy it just to show off their refined tastes.

Soon enough, the waiter brought over their freshly squeezed orange juices. Morwenna took a sip and turned to Greta, "So, Ms. Irons, is there something you want to discuss with me?"

Greta had been watching Morwenna intently and smiled at the question. "Please, just call me Greta. I was curious about you and Stuart."

Morwenna's guard went up instantly, her tone direct and slightly defensive. "I like Stuart, but he doesn't return the feelings. It's as simple as that. If you're interested in him, I won't stand in your way. So, if there's anything you want to know, you should probably ask him."

Greta chuckled, seemingly more amused. "Actually, I think Stuart is quite fond of you. As for me, I've always been too proud to chase after men. I'm just genuinely curious."

had heard rumors that Ms. Irons was interested in Stuart and was surprised

continued lightly, "I do find Stuart interesting, not because I'm deeply attracted to him, but because he's one of

this, Morwenna wouldn't have believed a word. But coming from Greta, it sounded

relaxed and her voice softened. "You're straight-up, Greta.

by first names without hesitation. Greta appreciated Morwenna's lack of pretense. Sᴇaʀch Thᴇ (F)indNƟvᴇl.ɴet website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of novels early

even called Stuart by his first name. What was the big

heartless guy like Stuart take an

an interest in me? It's me who like him. He doesn't

smile. "I understand men like

do anything special. In the beginning, he couldn't stand me. I accidentally hit him in the face, ruined the orchids in his garden, and couldn't even

you're quite the brave one!"

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