Richest Mogul

Chapter 316

“He’s probably done with his work?” Paul’s tone held a hint of uncertainty.

Skylar didn’t press further. Even though the dishes hadn’t arrived yet, she had bought some local fruits on the way to the restaurant.

While enjoying the fruit, she chatted with Natalie on WhatsApp.

Natalie protested about Skylar’s sudden trip. “How could you leave me and go on a vacation alone? If you’d just asked, I could have joined you.”

“Mr. Hughes just got back from his business trip. You two are in your honeymoon phase now. I don’t want to get in your way. Go enjoy your time together.”

Natalie seemed to be typing a lengthy message but never sent it. Skylar waited, but

Natalie remained silent.

Skylar then assumed that Natalie had taken her advice to spend quality time with

Jeremy.

Half an hour later, when Joe hurried over, almost all the dishes had been served.

Paul immediately stood up.

Skylar smiled. “Right on time, Mr. Martin.” Joe had said half an

he was precisely

Joe raised an eyebrow coldly. He was clearly displeased with the title.

not to notice his displeasure. She couldn’t

him with Paul

Please enjoy,” the waiter

you.” Skylar nodded politely at the

the subtle tension between Joe and Skylar. He was curious about what other titles Skylar could have used besides “Mr. Martin“.

that moment, a faint scent of perfume

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herself, but Joe usually wore a

politely at Joe and began trying the local specialties. The dishes were

enticing.

noticing Skylar’s polite distance, Joe looked at her with his deep eyes. “Are

just hungry,” Skylar replied.

Just hungry?

and an intimidating

the tension at first because the restaurant Paul had chosen was