Chapter 623
Chapter 623:
Austin’s smile was disarmingly charming, captivating everyone around. The people nearby were taken aback. They had never seen Austin smile before, and his expression was utterly enthralling.
“No, it’s fine,” Austin responded softly, his deep, magnetic voice enhancing his allure.
He then stood, pulled out a chair for Yelena with a gentlemanly gesture, and invited her to sit.
Yelena settled into her seat before reaching for the menu, quickly deciding what she wanted to order.
“Why are you staring at me? I’m not the menu,” Yelena said to Austin.
Austin chuckled softly.
He appreciated how genuine Yelena was. She ordered what she truly enjoyed without hesitation, a stark contrast to other women he had dated, who often feigned small appetites only to indulge voraciously when he wasn’t around. Yelena was refreshingly straightforward, always ordering what she truly liked.
Moreover, Yelena thoroughly enjoyed her meal, and it was quite appealing to watch her savor each bite.
Before long, the dishes Yelena and Austin had chosen were served.
The appetizer—prosciutto and salmon topped with caviar—offered a delightful blend of smoky and salty flavors, while a small vegetable salad provided a fresh counterbalance.
Yelena had chosen a lamb chop and a tomato beef stew, which were promptly served.
Austin opted for a rib-eye steak, cooked medium-well.
As Yelena elegantly savored her lamb chop, she expressed her satisfaction. “It’s quite good. I didn’t expect the dishes here to be so nice p>
Austin was confident in the restaurant’s quality because John, known for his discerning taste, had highly recommended this place.
John was a passionate food enthusiast who would travel any distance for good food, caring little about the ambiance and focusing solely on the quality of the dishes.
𝕋𝖍𝖎𝖘 𝖋𝖎𝖑𝖊 𝖋𝖎𝖗𝖘𝖙 𝖆𝖕𝖕𝖊𝖆𝖗𝖊𝖉 𝖔𝖓
Whether it was a Michelin-starred restaurant or a modest eatery, John was willing to go out of his way as long as the food was exceptional.
This particular restaurant came highly recommended because it was conveniently located near both Austin’s and Yelena’s offices, and it was known for serving delicious food quickly.
“Is your steak good?” Yelena asked, turning to Austin.
Austin hadn’t yet tasted his steak.
He slid his plate toward her and said, “I haven’t tried it yet. Why don’t you give it a taste first p>
Yelena paused, a hint of shyness in her glance.
Despite Austin’s encouraging gesture, she hesitated, not immediately reaching for the fork.
Considering that Austin had already extended the offer, it would seem impolite to decline.
“Thank you,” Yelena murmured softly.
Austin watched as Yelena sampled the steak, and then smiled. “You’re welcome. So, is it good p>
Yelena nodded, taking her time to fully savor the bite before responding, “Yes, it’s delicious p>
Austin’s gaze lingered on her, his eyes holding a captivating intensity that seemed to draw her in.
Yelena met his gaze, her eyes shimmering with emotion. She hesitated, but then offered, “Would you like to try mine p>
As soon as the words left her mouth, Yelena felt a twinge of regret.
She had already eaten from her dish. Was it inappropriate to offer it to Austin now?