The Return Of the Invincible Heiress
Chapter 97

Chapter 97: Chapter 97

Arthur looked at the four of them in shock as he ate. Their appetites stunned him. Rufus’s appetite was still somewhat within his comprehension, but he was shocked by the other three. All of them were robotic as they did not stop picking up food and chewing non-stop. It was as if their hands and mouths had never stopped, almost like they did not need to pause even for a second. It was especially the case for the skinny guy with a small frame, who ate at lightning speed and polished off his plate without making a sound. Arthur could not wrap his head around how his stomach could hold so much food. Seeing that the delicacies on the dining table had been wiped out one by one, he quickly went to fetch more food.

Not only him, but Claire and Josie were also stunned. Josie suddenly started humming as he watched them: "Finally, it’s mealtime. When it’s mealtime, the foodie will be the first at the restaurant. There’s no hesitance, and the glutton needs to eat enough to gain energy. He will ask for more even if he hasn’t finished his current plate..." Claire and the others laughed when they heard Josie. What an apt song!

However, the observations and reactions of others did not affect the speed at which Rufus and the others ate. It was as if they were having a competition. They only focused on eating and did not care about anything else. Claire’s side had yet to finish theirs, but Rufus’s side was already done eating. Claire was dumbfounded. There were nearly 30 dishes, equally split into meat and vegetarian dishes. Rufus and the rest managed to finish them all. There was nothing left.

There was a sudden clanking sound. The skinny guy had unconsciously placed his fork on the last dish. However, there was nothing for him to pick up. He raised his head and looked left and right. He finally opened his mouth and asked, "Nothing else?"

Arthur thought momentarily and said cautiously, "There are some ingredients in the fridge. How about I ask my mother to make a few more dishes for all of you?" Arthur was confused as he looked at the skinny guy’s stomach. It was not bulging. Where did all the food go?

The skinny guy looked at his watch and replied calmly, "It’s time. I’ve eaten enough. If there’s nothing else, it’s fine." He looked up and adjusted his glasses. "I can offer another 20 million dollars. I don’t mind offering more too."

Arthur let out a gasp and blinked hard. He wondered if he heard correctly. Another 20 million dollars to invest? Their affluence was beyond words. The skinny guy continued, "I don’t want interest or dividends. You can pay me back whenever you want." There was a pause before he added, "I only have one request: I must have a reserved seat to guarantee I can eat at the restaurant whenever I go."

As soon as he finished speaking, the scholarly guy said amiably, "My thoughts are the same as his." The middle-aged woman spoke formally, as if she were approving documents: "As long as there’s good food, money is not a problem."

Rufus added, "It’s settled then. After your restaurant opens, there must be a reserved table for us to eat every time we go. Charge us the usual rates. There’s no need for discounted prices."

Claire hurriedly replied, "No problem. This is a small matter. We will be able to do it."

Rufus continued, "I’ll take care of the design and renovation. I guarantee that you’ll be satisfied."

Claire was dumbfounded. "Won’t that be too much trouble for you?" She was still stunned by what she had heard earlier. They did not ask for any benefits. On top of that, they offered to help with the design and renovation. It was simply unbelievable. Her head spun, and it hurt.

Rufus waved his hand. "It’s no trouble at all. Rufus, let’s exchange contacts." He looked at Arthur and continued, "After choosing the location, I will bring the investment contract and the designer along. Feel free to raise your demands. We will fulfill every demand. Don’t worry about the budget. Business will be brisk given Mrs. Carter’s culinary skills."

Arthur was over the moon to have Rufus’s assurance. He bowed repeatedly. "Thank you, Mr. Freeman."

"Don’t call me Mr. Freeman. Just call me Arthur," Rufus said. He took out his phone and added Arthur’s contact. "Mrs. Carter, you’ve had a hard day today. It’s time for you to rest. We’ll go back now."

The other three stood up and nodded at Claire. The scholarly guy said, "Thank you for your hospitality." The middle-aged woman added, "Do your best." The skinny guy chimed in, "Hurry up with the restaurant’s opening. I’ll go eat whenever I’m free."

After saying that, the four of them left without any hesitation. After Claire sent them off, she looked at the children bewilderingly. "Am I dreaming?" It was unbelievable that something that seemed too tricky to deal with was resolved that simply.

Arthur raised a hand. He wanted to pinch his face, but his hand reached for his arm instead. The pain made his facial features scrunch up. "It hurts. It’s not a dream."

Avery smiled. "Since the investment has been settled, you can choose a close location to open the restaurant. That way, Mommy will have more time to rest."

Claire smiled and said, "Arthur and I have already checked out many places nearby. We’ll go and take another look tomorrow. If there’s anything suitable, we’ll make a decision." Over the years, she had worked through the night almost every night. She was already exhausted. When she thought about how she would no longer have to stay up late in the upcoming days and that she could earn more money with more time to stay at home, her heart was filled with anticipation and joy.

Arthur took her arm and said, "Mom, go have a nap first. I’ll clean up the kitchen. We’ll search for a place again when you wake up."

Avery yawned too. "I’m a little tired too. I will go to my room to sleep."

As soon as she got to her bed, Alexander messaged her. He asked if she was free for a meal tonight, as he was preparing to go to Rosemont City. There was a grin spreading on Avery’s face. She replied that she had time. Alexander’s reply was instantaneous. He told her that he would reserve a table at the cruise restaurant. He also asked if he could message her again when he reached Rosemont City. Avery had no problem with it.

Alexander added a smiley emoticon in his reply. He said he looked forward to seeing Avery. Avery replied and said she also looked forward to seeing him at night. Their exchange of messages ended.

Alexander repeatedly thought back on his exchange of messages with Avery. He voiced out his thoughts: "Should I prepare a gift for her? I don’t think there’s any gift worthy enough of her."

Louis wanted to take out a handkerchief to wipe his tears. He never thought Alexander would think that far as to bring along a gift for a woman. Louis adjusted his glasses as his eyes flickered behind them. "Mr. Moran, according to sources, Miss Carter’s a cat lover." There was a pause before he continued, "If you bring a cat, I’m sure Miss Carter will be happy. However, there’s also the possibility she might be more interested in the cat than you."

As soon as Louis finished speaking, he heard a meow. A little green-eyed black cat emerged from Alexander’s back. It then rested against Alexander’s head, its four limbs hugging his head. It narrowed its big eyes and stuck out its little tongue to lick Alexander’s head. As it licked, it meowed happily.

Louis pushed up his glasses. He could not help but envy how close they were. Only Miss Carter and the cat could behave however they wanted before Alexander.

Alexander stared at the black cat’s reflection on the tempered glass. After some thought, he grabbed the black cat from the top of his head and threw it onto the sofa. "Let’s go."

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