Love Burned, She Rose Unscathed

Chapter 651

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?"

all but screamed, "Don't interrupt my

need you to come to the main table, to meet

ask if

people.

rather spend her time enjoying a few more bites of

then she thought better of it. Scales had personally invited them, and since they were

Scales probably wouldn't have

them picked up their glasses and followed him to

rounded the screen, though Roseanne had her suspicions, she was

presided over the table, flanked by

Owen Reynolds, sitting right beside

surprise, Corley was also present, and seated next to Owen

the grandmother beamed as her grandson approached, "Oh, these

dears. Such

as he moved to join Scales and pointed at Roseanne

proceeded to introduce everyone

eagerly come over to offer his respects and a drink,

paying her full attention but even offering a smile-a stark contrast to his usually formal demeanor with others-Baily

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