Rebirth In Divorce: My New Mr. Perfect by Henry Foster

Chapter 31

Yvette noticed Xavier's mood getting darker, and alarm bells rang in her head. Still, she put on a reassuring smile. out her

She said softly, "I can't believe Ms. Sanchez knows Mr. Russell. I was worried! being alone after her divorce, but with Mr. Russell looking out for her, it seems like her life in Soucrity is going to be just fine." fade. Xavier looked at the kind-hearted Yvette, and the coldness in his eyes started to Yvette is always so generous. She's truly the only one I can see myself with for life.

'My earlier frustration might just be because I'm not used to seeing Yasmine laughing and chatting with another guy. That's just my possessive side flaring up. After all, Yasmine used to be minc.'

He leaned down and planted a gentle kiss on Yvette's forehead, holding her hand. "Don't worry, you'll always be the one by my side."

Just as Yasmine and the Russell siblings settled into their private room, Chuck walked in. He was wearing a black chef's coat covered in badges and topped off with a shiny golden chef's hat. "Hey, Yonas. I've been experimenting with many new dishes lately. You've gotta give me some..." He paused, his eyes lighting up in surprise. "Ms. Yasmine? You're here too!"

Yasmine knew about the hierarchy at Paragon Hotel. Even the lowest chef here had at prestigious five-star certification, and everyone had to work their way up.

That black chef's coat and golden hat identified the top chefs at Paragon Hotel- definitely not someone anyone could see. Each dish they crafted came with a hefty price tag, starting at a hundred thousand dollars. Still, the restaurant was always packed with eager diners. Yasmine hadn't expected to see Chuck here, but it made sense-a mediocre chef wouldn't be around Yonas. She nodded at him. "Chef Chuck, good to see you again."

a teasing look. He was genuinely surprised Yonas had brought Yasmine here for a meal so soon. 'So this is what being a long-time bachelor gets

Chuck's playful grin, Yonas opened the menu and placed it in front of Yasmine. "Today, Ms. Sanchez is treating us, so she gets

widened. 'Is Yonas serious? How can he be so reckless? He knows how pricey things are at the Paragon Hotel,

their banter, Yasmine flipped through the menu. Y**s's smooth voice cut in, "Ms. Sanchez, you can try the Grilled Steak with Garlic Butter, Crispy Fish Tacos,

tasie well, Mr. Russell, Yasmine remarked, noticing

warm. "I remember you

still figured she liked the s**y dishes more. She couldn't help but

didn't know was that each dish Chuck prepared started at an eye-popping one hundred

really stingy. Yasmine has been a stay-at-home mom for the last few years, so she probably doesn't have much saved. up. And now that she's just gone through a divorce, how much can Xavier really give her?" Chuck usually enjoyed earning money for Yonas, but he liked Yasmine's character and. didn't want her to

is, let it be. I'm fine with it." One meal wouldn't break her. Chuck

I'll take care of the bill next time,"

took his time arranging the wet wipes and utensils in front of Yasmine. The shiny plates and neatly organized forks were set just the way she liked, making her feel a warm flutter in her chest. 3/3