Turning Of the Tide by Diana Sander

Chapter 70

The pouring rain outside, accompanied by its chilling presence, created a stark contrast with the cozy warmth emanating from the private dining rooms of Thriving Pizza Hub.

For today’s meal, the two ladies deviated from their usual spot in the corner of the main dining area and opted for a private room. The decision was prompted by the freezing weather, which had filled up all the available seating in the main dining area.

While relishing her meal, Sherri tried to divert her best friend’s attention, remarking, “Winter and pizza make the perfect combination. The chilly season calls for steaming hot dishes. Once we indulge in this feast, I’ll be blissful for the entire week.”

To console herself, Natalie decided not to dwell on that particular issue. She chuckled and remarked, “Besides eating, you’re all about designer brands.”

Sherri was relieved by her best friend’s playful teasing as it signified that Natalie’s mond had improved. With a cheerful tone, Sherri replied, “Absolutely! While food and fashion hold significance, welcoming a new life into the world is also a momentous event for me. Embracing a little life brings me immense joy.”

After a brief interval, a waiter wheeled in a rack overflowing with many ingredients. Natalie could not help but be awestruck and exclaimed, “Sherri, did you just order every ingredient available in the restaurant? Are you certain… you can finish all of that?”

She gazed at Sherri with an incredulous expression.

Sherri beamed and exclaimed, “We will turn griel and anger into appetite. Since you’ll be going abroad next year, we should make the most of every chance to relish good food. Let’s savor our meals to the fullest while we still can!”

Natalie pondered quietly, “Am I not coming back?”

Shaking her head, she dismissed the thought and enjoyed her meal.

Sherri’s eyes sparkled with delight upon seeing the wide selection of food. She turned to Natalie, who was cooking the ingredients, and suggested, “Let’s order some beef strips, cheese cakes, beef, shrimps, omelet rolls, and some fish. We should also add mushrrom and spinach, Oh, it seems we forgot to order drinks. Natalie, what would you like to drink?”

Considering the quantity of food being ordered, Natalie expressed her apprehension, saying, “I’m line with anything. Order what you like. Just remember, you’ll have to finish everything you’ve ordered.”

They had already ordered a little of everything, so there was no turning back,

“Don’t worry, I haven’t even eaten breakfast yet, I will finish it, so don’t be so stingy.” Sherri reassured confidently.

“Am I being stingy? I’m just concerned about avoiding food waste. Wasting food is indeed regrettable, you know. Should I eatighten you about the importance of appreciating agricultural products?” Natalie questioned playfully.

“Forget about that. It would be best if you tried this beef roll. It’s delicious and especially tender,” Sherri said as she placed a piece into her friend’s bowl.

Sherri suggested, “How about we order some beer and have a little toast?”

Upon hearing the suggestion, Natalie was nearly choked by the spiciness of the food, causing her to cough. She quickly responded, “How about some yogurt or a non-alcoholic beverage instead? Just think about Edward. It might be best to refrain from drinking for

now.”

she swiftly abandoned the previous suggestion. “Well, forget

pair ordered four bottles of juice.

decision set well with Natalie as she was

through the meal, Sherri felt full and could not eat anymore. However, a sense of embarrassment crept over her as she noticed

had overestimated

due to the warmth from the hot soup. Unable to

contain her amusement, Natalie burst into laughter. “Look at this! I

What do we do now?” she exclaimed between laughs.

Disappointment washed over the ladies as they could not help but feel a sense of self-reproach for

conjured up an idea, and she suggested with a smile, “How about… we call Edward to join us and help us finish

him, go ahead and do it. I won’t be the one to make the call. We’ve already eaten quite a lot of the food,” Natalie responded, feeling a hint of embarrassment about the suggestion,

made a firm decision. “I’ll do

thought to herself, “You

dialed a number. “Hey, Edward. Where are you? Feeling hungry? Natalie and I are having

be waiting for you,” Sherri

getting another pie, but Sherri declined, citing it would be a waste

with a client and was

him, he suggested, “Let’s head over to the Thriving Pizza

Landor, there’s a meeting in 30 minutes that you need to chair,”

until tomorrow morning. Everyone has been working hard these past few days,

years, Kyle could not help but notice that it was the first time he witnessed his boss

pondered, “Why pizza? What’s going

started the car, and headed toward the

forwarded the details of the private room to Edward.

calculating his estimated time and ordered dishes she knew

suggested, “Sherri, why

worry, my brother

later, Kyle parked the car in front of the restaurant and turned to him. “Mr. Landor, there are a lot of

mind. Let’s keep it as it is,” Sherri replied.

“Alright,” Natalie responded.

shared similarities, some individuals speculated that Edward had orchestrated the

of a formidable rivalry and intense competition between

and adjusted his coat and scarf, attempting to shield himself from the biting cold. However, the chilly wind managed to get through, sending shivers down