My Billionaire Family 26

Chapter 26

Marie Frederick, a cheerful woman in her fifties with a plump figure, was all smiles as she spotted Morris and Cherise entering her restaurant,

"Morris, welcome she exclaimed, her eyes twinkling with delight. "You usually drop by with the boys or by yourself, but today you've got a lovely companion. This is a first Her hands clapped in excitement as she took in Cherise. "And is this stunning young lady your partner? I swear, I've never seen such a beauty. You two are quite the pair." Cherise, not used to such compliments, blushed a sweet shade of pink, her cool demeanor momentarily replaced by a charming shyness..

Morris, with a gesture, made the introductions. "Marie, meet Cherise."

"Glad to meet you, Marie, Cherise greeted, her voice polite but warm.

"You, too, Cherise, Marie responded, her tone full of affection

Morris, breaking from his usual stoic self, gave Cherise a gentle, playful smile. "Marie, she's not my partner yet," he explained.

out a knowing chuckle. "Not yet, huh? I've been there, she said, linking her arm with Cherise's. "You know, I've seen Morris grow from a little tyke, and you're the first girl he's ever brought around." Cherise, feeling the

beef stew for both. Make yourselves comfortable," she said, her voice as warm as the meal she was serving Marie smiled and went to the kitchen, letting Cherise and Morris soak in the room's warm ambiance and

of booming flowers. A round wooden table in the middle provided a welcoming place for a pleasant

who smiled and thanked

place after my mom's passing. Marie's always on the go, but she means well," Morris shared, eager for Cherise to understand and appreciate Marie's lively character. Cherise's eyes sparkled as she

a knock, and she entered with a steaming plate of beef stew

fulfillment.

joy as the dish was placed before them and Morris's warm smile showed his appreciation for

the succulent beef. The aroma was rich and inviting making Cherise's mouth water as she

for her.

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side dishes were equally delightful, adding a

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