Revenge is best served cold

Chapter 1810

James had made up his mind to marry her, even though he'd given up way more than just social connections for this relationship. Sophie sensed that despite his smile, the guy standing in front of her was carrying a heavy load of

disappointment in his eyes.

That feeling made Sophie uneasy, like she'd just said something that hit a nerve.

"I just... felt like I was being scrutinized, and it rubbed me the wrong way. It's not like I was aiming at you. You're actually a decent guy."

"No need to hand me the 'nice guy' badge."

James gave a slight smile and said, "This engagement isn't a big deal, but we'll wait until after you graduate college to call it off."

"Why?"

"No particular reason."

James set aside the takeout, saying, "The food's gone cold. Let's head out for a bite."

suddenly remembered she'd left her homework in the conference room and was about to

"Oh."

the executive suite felt a bit cramped with just the two of them, and

into the car with James, still clueless about their dinner destination. They eventually pulled up

moment, and by the time she snapped back to reality,

Sophie, please follow

her personally, which was quite the VIP treatment for a high schooler. Sophie followed him into the restaurant, noticing it was completely empty, like someone had rented the

the window, and Sophie followed the

"Why's this place empty?"

"I prefer it quiet."

"...Oh."

the menu full of foreign dishes, cleared her throat and said to the

appetizers. Are you sure you don't want to

a bit unsure. James casually picked a

"Yes, Mr. Burke."

Sophie feigned fascination with the elegant glasses in front of