Love Burned, She Rose Unscathed

Chapter 605

Before Murray could get a word in, Grace, flashing a smile, took the initiative, "I picked this spot, thinking it's close to campus. Just a short walk away, no need to drive or make reservations in advance. Simple and convenient, plus the food here is pretty decent." Corley let out a noncommittal grunt, his belief in her reasoning unclear, merely commenting, "Mr. Sherwood, you're quite the lucky man."

Always finding someone "thoughtful."

Grace's smile remained as she scanned the room, "Oh! Mr. Reynolds is here too? Looks like it's all familiar faces around. Why don't we all join up?"

With enthusiasm, she made the suggestion, then turned to Murray, "Sound good?"

Murray responded with a casual, "I'm cool with whatever. If you're up for it, then it's a yes from me."

"Uh-" Halley suddenly chimed in, "Sorry, but we just finished eating."

Grace looked puzzled.

"Do you want to take our table? Perfect timing. Come on, come on..." he said, promptly standing up and grabbing his jacket.

Owen Reynolds, Murray, and Roseanne also stood up, making room for the two.

Halley announced, "All yours, have a seat."

Grace was speechless.

So was Murray.

Corley declared, "I'll go settle the bill."

added, "I'll

"Let's all head out

their

Grace by the table, unsure whether to

seems like...

and slid the menu towards her,

dishes and asked him, "What would you like?" Murray shook his head,

for the food, Murray ended up smoking

swirling smoke, his gaze was dark,

...

Susan, Henry, and Liam headed straight

lab, they donned their lab coats

noon, the trio decided to grab lunch

every counter, especially at the roast beef

almost stretched to the

but frown at the sight. Only Mamie seemed excited, eager

the line, the better the

opted for a "I'll just grab a pizza slice" and

was about

"Caley-"

stopped in his

want to join me for the roast beef

Bswich? It's really good!"

swnoet

screaming reluctance, but upon seeing Mamie's hopeful eyes, he hesitated for a moment before