The Bride Who Said No: Escaping the Shadows of Yesterday

Chapter 96

Her flattery was obvious for all to see.

As Mr. Patterson bit into the fish, Freya raised an eyebrow in a subtle gesture of skepticism.

A moment later, Mr. Patterson's brow furrowed, and he asked, "What kind of fish is this?"

Kieran replied, "Salmon, of course, it's grilled salmon."

Upon hearing Kieran's words, Mr. Patterson took a deep breath.

Even though he didn't say anything, you could tell he was upset because his face had gone noticeably pale.

Freya couldn't help but smirk inwardly.

Kieran didn't know that Freya had swapped the salmon for a much less expensive trout.

When he was younger, Mr. Patterson made his fortune in the seafood business, boasting an extensive knowledge of marine delicacies. How could he not discern the difference? Seeing Mr. Patterson's silence, Freya carved up another dish, a chicken stuffed with various treasures, and placed it before him, saying, "Mr. Patterson, this is the chicken."

inclusion of rare ingredients like turtle meat in the dish, Mr. Patterson instantly withdrew his hand, which

the wealthy could afford. Mr. Patterson, a staunch advocate for the protection of endangered species and a generous donor to

trade," Mr. Patterson replied, his voice icy.

this, Kieran was still clueless about the unfolding

Patterson continued, "I detest dishonesty and illegal dealings above all else. I believe it's

Kieran's brows

interjected Ronan, seizing the moment. "My family has prepared a few delightful dishes. Might you be

Patterson nodded, replying, "Then, let us take our

departed with Ronan from the

Patterson hadn't given Kieran even a sliver of

should pursue them,

no

Kieran suddenly

responded, "Mr. Sutton, how is this related to me? Mr. Patterson

the whole

wronged him in

even more. Indeed, Freya had been speaking in his defense, not appearing to