Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 969:

Before long, they were seated in a cozy little restaurant, one Anya had recommended with clear enthusiasm.

“I’m telling you, this place is a gem. Every time I come back to Amberfield, I make a point to eat here,” Anya said as she handed Yvonne a menu.

Yvonne nodded, taking in the savory aroma that filled the air. “It really does smell amazing.”

Though it wasn’t peak mealtime, nearly every table was occupied. The scent of sizzling dishes from the next table only made Yvonne hungrier, her stomach rumbling in protest.

Once their food arrived, both women dove in, too focused on the delicious spread to talk much.

After they’d eaten their fill, Yvonne glanced up. “By the way, after we’re done here… would you mind coming back to the office with me?”

teasing smile. “Why rush? We’ve earned this little escape.

was hard to argue

a nearby café, settling in to

her coffee hadn’t even been

holding it against you, but if you’re

I’m bringing her back with me,” Yvonne said brightly, flashing a playful wink at Anthea as she answered the call with cheerful

a response. Back at her desk, Heidi muttered under her breath, “She sure sounds confident—for someone who doesn’t know what she’s up against.” Around her, a few

At the café,

asked, her tone

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the editor-in-chief,” Yvonne

make myself available easily. If