The Billionaire Who Stole My Heart

Kari blinked in surprise, "Bro, this looks like a romantic diner."

An iconic lovers' diner.

Famous for its high prices.

And most notably, the top-floor suites offered a panoramic view of the entire Imperial City.

Kari had heard of this diner, especially after Brittany came back from a date there, raving about the cheesecake that had put half of Imperial City's dessert shops to shame. "Is that a problem?"

Kari thought about it and realized she was overthinking. Who said romantic diners were only for couples?

"Sure."

Ronald's lips curved into a smile, just as he noted, "Willa's coming out."

"Willa, Kari and I are heading out for dinner, you—"

"I'll pass."

Willa had been running errands all morning and was tired, "It's getting late; I'll head home to rest. You two enjoy." Ronald nodded, "I'll make a quick stop at the Malone family estate, see you tonight."

Kari got into the car, watching Ronald drive away.

"Kari, your brother's hardly home, and we're not short on cash now. Make sure you order some good dishes tonight." "Mom, I got it."

rarely frequented upscale diners, even now that she was financially independent. She was still

and Kari had booked

forward to the diner's reputedly

and purse Brittany had gifted her last year, ready to head out looking her best. Arriving at the

a coffee, sipping it

wasn't crowded, a cellist played softly in the

nearly an hour, she

man needed me, I

to see Kari all dolled up, a vision of

Sparkling eyes, radiant smile.

her fair neck and

Kari smiled, "It's okay."

Ronald took his seat.

the priciest meal." Kari propped her chin, "Bro, take some pictures of me

Kari was a foodie.

diner's reputation for delicious food, she

and expertly took several photos of Kari, a task he was well

was completely at ease, striking

table, a gaze lingered

here with

expression shifted,