Chapter 1047
Chapter 1047:
Austin’s lips twitched, barely containing his amusement at her forthrightness.
Meanwhile, Kyson’s face darkened, a fleeting sinister glint flashing across his eyes as displeasure took hold.
He snorted disdainfully and dismissed himself with a wave, clearly ruffled.
“Nicely done,” Austin murmured to Yelena, his voice a low blend of approval and amusement.
Yelena glanced at Austin, a playful twinkle in her eye, and teased, “Oh, there’s much more where that came from.” Her smile widened, laden with implications.
Austin caught on immediately and chuckled alongside Yelena.
Watching Yelena and Austin exchange knowing looks, Maggie grew curious and asked, “What’s so hilarious? Share the joke, will you p>
“It’s our little secret,” Austin replied with a secretive grin.
“Yelena?” Maggie turned to Yelena, believing she’d get a more straightforward answer from her than from Austin.
Maggie found only another playful wink. “Austin’s right. It’s a secret,” Yelena echoed, her voice lilting with mischief.
“Oh, you two are such troublemakers!” As soon as she finished, Maggie couldn’t help but laugh out loud too.
From a distance, Scarlet observed their light-hearted exchange, her eyes shimmering with a touch of envy at their effortless connection.
In no time, they reached the top floor, where a lavish private room awaited them.
Many of the group were first-timers and couldn’t resist scanning the opulent surroundings, their discomfort evident as they navigated the unfamiliar grandeur.
As Sylvia caught sight of this, her eyes flickered to Yelena. To her astonishment, Yelena maintained a poised and serene demeanor.
A trace of astonishment flickered across Sylvia’s face. Was Yelena putting on an act, or was this place really familiar to her? The possibility of the latter weighed more heavily in Sylvia’s thoughts.
Nonetheless, Sylvia couldn’t help but speculate that Yelena was merely basking in Austin’s reflected glory. Given Yelena’s modest origins, her effortless fit into such an opulent setting seemed unlikely.
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“What would everyone like to indulge in tonight?” Yelena asked, her voice laced with casual elegance as she surveyed the table.
Scarlet, whose appetite was usually subdued, shrugged lightly and said, “I’m pretty flexible, anything goes p>
Sylvia saw this as a prime moment to discern Yelena’s true acquaintance with the place, so she decided to stay silent and observe Yelena’s choice.
Meanwhile, Maggie’s concern grew. Yelena was under the scrutiny of not just family but outsiders too, and the stakes were not trivial. Subtly leaning toward Yelena, Maggie whispered a cautious inquiry, “Any ideas on what might be good here p>
Despite Valhaven’s storied reputation among Kheley’s elite for its culinary excellence, a misstep in the menu selection could prove embarrassing, as not every dish was a masterpiece.
Yelena confidently suggested a few culinary delights, each choice reflecting a discerning taste. Maggie listened, her initial apprehension melting into admiration. The dishes Yelena recommended were not only safe bets but also mouthwatering delights, leading Maggie to trust Yelena’s judgment without further interjections.
Maggie knew that the Barton family, one of Kheley’s most illustrious families, were frequent hosts of lavish banquets, which Yelena would soon help with after she married Austin and became a Barton. This provided Yelena with the perfect opportunity to hone her skills, and Maggie was ready to intervene if necessary.