The Million-Dollar Heart by Rebecca Ryan

Chapter 1162

"Looks like the gentleman brought his boyfriend again," the waiter remarked with a playful tone.

The word 'boyfriend' made Arnold's heart swell with pride, and he couldn't help but smile warmly at the waiter. Seeing Arnold in a good mood, Bobby couldn't help but share the joy, "Yeah, he's really taken a liking to your place."

"Thank you for your patronage. To make up for yesterday's oversight, we've reserved a private dining room for you ahead of time. Would you like to go there now? We've introduced a new menu and would love for you to be the first to try and give us your feedback. Are you in the mood for it today?" the waiter offered enthusiastically.

Unable to resist the kind gesture, Arnold accepted the offer.

As they made their way to their private dining room, another door opened nearby. "Ladies and gentlemen, this is your reserved dining room. The menu's on the table, and we'll come to take your order in five minutes. If you need anything, just press the call button on your table," the waiter briefly explained to Soren and then tactfully exited the room.

Bobby, after instructing the waiter about their dietary preferences, raised an eyebrow at the closed door. "Two days in a row, what are the odds?"

The restaurant was known for its privacy-centric service for couples, something Soren particularly appreciated, which is why he chose it again.

Anna was surprised by the novel service concept. "Is it always like this here?"

"Yes, their approach has garnered lots of positive reviews. It's especially considerate for more introverted guests," Soren explained, handing Anna the menu. "Why don't you take a look and see if there's anything else you'd like to add?" Anna noticed that Soren had already selected all her favorites. She was touched by his attentiveness but puzzled about when he had learned about her preferences.

Noticing Anna's stunned expression, Soren was confused. "Is there something on the menu you don't like?"

Shaking her head, Anna asked, "When did you find out I liked these things?"

we arrived. Turns out, our tastes are

the inside scoop, but then it dawned

you come here often?" Anna had been wanting to ask that question, considering it was a couples' restaurant, and Soren didn't seem to have a significant other. How could he be so familiar

his familiarity with the restaurant. In reality,

up some guides," Soren glanced at Anna. "Actually,

dinner, and when I walked in, I realized it was a couples' restaurant. I was about to leave when I saw

meal, Arnold happened to pass by their room and peeked inside, recognizing the familiar faces before the door

the name of the dining room, "Long-lasting love, huh? You're something else,

intrude and returned to his

outside?" "You're spot-on as always. Saw Soren and company," Arnold replied, his initial excitement gone. Bobby's accurate guess made Arnold suddenly furious. "Did you know about

it, further infuriating Arnold. "All men are

for me! If Anna is my sister, she's yours too. How could you side with that outsider? And it's not like I'm some kind of monster. What could I possibly do to Soren?" After venting, Bobby handed him a glass of water, "Done? Must be exhausted. Drink some water and

took the glass

didn't tell you because I

get upset. This is between them, and when you're with me, I want your undivided attention," Bobby reasoned, sitting close

Arnold decided

drama outside, enjoyed their meal in

table was set with champagne roses instead of the unnoticed small flowers, Anna

was a malfunction, only to turn around to Soren standing with

Anna asked, "What