At six in the evening, Pearl got off work and headed straight to the meeting spot with Hugo.

Pushing the door open, she found Hugo already waiting.

He smirked. "You came alone as promised. I like that."

"Cut the crap. Tell me what the secret is."

Hugo raised an eyebrow. "I'll tell you, but not now."

"Don't waste time. Just spit it out." Pearl wasn't in the mood for small talk. Talking to Hugo felt like a chore.

a seat.

Pearl wasn't thrilled about dining with him, she needed information. So, reluctantly,

food arrived,

know what you like. Aren't these your favorites?" Hugo said, a hint of smugness

him, Pearl admitted he was considerate.

me you cooked all this." Though

offering her a potato. "These baked potatoes turned

reminisce and play games

at her words. "Are you in a rush to leave

anger rising. "I've never been with

Are you the bride?" The idea of Pearl with Richard, possibly married,

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