Shattered Illusions: Love, Lies, and Redemption

Chapter 759

The restaurant was Lizetta's choice. It wasn't the fanciest spot in Zion City, but it boasted a serene atmosphere and quick service. Lizetta had skimped on breakfast, so by the time they arrived, she was genuinely famished. Once the food was served, she dived right in, paying no mind to the two men seated on either side of her.

Maybe it was the sour note they'd ended on in the parking lot, but Remington and Jerome both seemed to lose their appetite for confrontation. Or perhaps, on their way to the restaurant, they'd come to some unspoken agreement. At the table, they avoided sharp exchanges, instead engaging in light conversation about business matters, each maintaining a veneer of civility. They took turns offering Lizetta bites from their plates, vying subtly to cater to her dining needs.

Jerome ladled a bowl of seafood soup for Lizetta, asking, "Everything smooth at work this morning?"

Lizetta paused, her mind on a project involving the Starlight Group that Laura had entrusted to her. "Yeah, pretty good."

"Really all good?" Jerome noticed her brief hesitation and probed further.

Remington then placed a peeled shrimp on Lizetta's plate, adding, "Mr. Madden might not be aware, but Liz has plenty of work experience. She's always been adept at networking and handling her tasks. No need to worry too much."

trust

words were

she worked closely with him, not once had he acknowledged her

not a single "we

amazing"-recognition shenet

done" or "you're

ad

a pang of sadness for her past

and worrying about her are two different things." He then peeled a spicy shrimp for Lizetta, a stark contrast

should know her taste leans towards the mild, especially

peeled another spicy shrimp, placing it on Lizetta's plate. The shrimp Jerome had previously peeled had disappeared, while

eagerly ate the second spicy shrimp Jerome had