Chapter 99

Luke returned to Osmo a week later and brought Linda a gift.

"I'm starting to suspect you went on a trip for fun rather than work," Linda said while opening the gift box. in front of Luke to reveal a ceramic ornament.

"That's just the nature of my job. You can call me a loafer if you want," Luke replied seriously.

Linda knew enough about his work to doubt his words. "You still haven't told me how you know about my family's situation,"

Linda was always straightforward. She preferred to address matters directly.

Luke leaned back in his chair. "I'll tell you, but can I eat first? I just got off a 15-hour flight, and the in-flight meal was terrible. I only managed a few bites." Linda sighed. "Fine. I'll take you to eat first."

She then headed to a private restaurant owned by Samson's family.

sure know how to pick places, Luke teased

played along. "Of course! I'm a

I should dine out with you more often. Who knows? I might get to eat

a private room. "As long as you don't mind how much I eat, I'm fine

is a blessing,"

said as she handed him the menu

commented. "Beauty is a way to please oneself. If it's based on others' standards, what's the point? Everyone's idea of beauty is different. Living by others'

"Life is short enough as it is. Living for oneself is hard enough. Why complicate it

philosophical question left Linda momentarily

asked, surprised by his sensible thinking. He

to you?" Luke

think like you," Linda

she knew

and didn't exhibit typical male chauvinism. Such

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