Love Burned, She Rose Unscathed

Chapter 651

Roseanne gently returned her focus to the plate in front of her, savoring each bite.

The Dixon family had pulled out all the stops for their guests today, even going so far as to hire a chef renowned for his work at state dinners. The dishes were a testament to his skill, each one a perfect blend of flavors, colors, and aromas.

Even the simplest dessert in the middle of the meal was a treat usually reserved for the most prestigious events-a delicate almond jelly.

For Mamie, this feast was nothing short of euphoric bliss!

"Roseanne, this is so good... and this... and this... you have to try some..." she urged, barely pausing between bites to invite Roseanne to join in.

Roseanne couldn't help but laugh, "Yeah, I'm on it."

As they were thoroughly enjoying their meal, Scales suddenly stood, "Roseanne, Mamie, could you come with me for a moment?"

The girls exchanged puzzled glances.

Mamie asked, "What for?"

expression all but screamed, "Don't

a sigh, Scales explained, "I need you to come to the main table, to meet

tempted to ask if that was

know these people. What was the point of

spend her time enjoying a few more bites

since they were going to meet the elders, it

just casual acquaintances, Scales probably

up their glasses

rounded the screen, though Roseanne had her suspicions, she

the table, flanked by

was Owen Reynolds, sitting right beside

surprise, Corley was also

approached, "Oh, these must be your two friends?" Roseanne &

dears. Such well-mannered

he moved to join Scales and pointed at Roseanne and Mamie, "Let me introduce

proceeded to introduce

had eagerly come over to offer his respects and a drink,

formally introduced to everyone, and noting that Owen Reynolds was not only paying her full attention but even offering a smile-a stark contrast to his usually formal demeanor with