Impulsive Vow to an Enigmatic Husband

Chapter 224

“Comelia, are you suggesting I say yes and let him treat us to dinner tonight?” asked Cornelia.

“Hey, if we get to dine at that fancy place we’ve always wanted to go to without coughing up a penny, why the heck not?” Abigail replied. Comelia felt persuaded by Abigail and decided to accept Marcus‘ dinner invitation.

The prices at Culinary Crest are sky–high, and it’s always packed, so you have to book ahead of time. Cornelia had to pull some strings. using President Hartley’s VIP status to score a private room.

After booking the restaurant, she still had to deal with the move–in procedures for the new house. Being clueless about these things, she just went along with the property management’s instructions.

Out of nowhere, Marcus showed up and took over, checking the list and the items provided by the property management. “You’re missing an access card. You should check with the person in charge. They’ll charge you next time you need one.”

these petty things with the same focus he’d give

with a pang, wondering why it was Marcus beside her instead of Jeremy at such a moment.

What are you thinking about?” Marcus seemed a

Cornelia felt terrified. “Um, I wasn’t thinking

look, Marcus softened his tone. “Details matter. One misstep could lead to big trouble. Make sure the property

nodded. “Yes.”

looking so well–behaved and understanding, yet somewhat wronged, Marcus not only didn’t have the heart to reprimand her, he didn’t even want to speak harshly. “Silly girl, I’m

only called her a silly girl, but his tone was also full of

little uncomfortable. She couldn’t get along with this version of Marcus. “President Hartley, I, I…”

to handle the rest. Nobody can help you forever.” Just when Cornelia felt that Marcus‘ tone was somewhat

Cornelia, “…”

can’t she stop overthinking things, no matter how many times

overthought, the more awkward she felt around Marcus

go on anymore.