Chapter 378: Chapter 378

Chapter 378

Jeremy reassured Cornelia, “Chill I’ve got enough dough for my daily grind

Instantly, Cornelia sent him a transfer of $1111 via WhatsApp, with the note, “Happy New Year!”

Jeremy replied with a transfer of $2222, adding a note. Darlin, Happy New Year!

They’d been hitched for a while, but this was the first time held called her that A blush spread across Cornelia’s cheeks. Before she could figure out how to respond, Briana butted in, “Cornelia, quit being glued to your phone and let’s chow down The food’s getting cold”

Cornelia hastily stashed her phone, only to hear Briana ask, “Cornelia, who were you messaging just now? Why are your cheeks so red?”

Touching her face instinctively, Cornelia replied. The room’s probably too hot. Plus, I just had a glass of booze”

Marcus’s eyes were immediately drawn to Cornelia. Her skin was smooth and full of collagen, and her cheeks were flushed like ripe apples, looking utterly enticing

His Adam’s apple bobbed unconsciously and his mouth felt dry. He quickly downed the remaining half glass of wine. It did nothing to quench his thirst but instead seemed to ignite a flame

within him

He tugged at his collar irritably, unbuttoning two buttons and revealing an attractive collarbone.

Brana nodded knowingly, “So, alcohols to blame huh?”

Cornelia immediately served her a piece of meat, trying to divert her attention, “I prepared this dish especially for you. Give it a try: is it tasty?”

1 already had some, its delicious Thanks, Cornelia Briana replied.

While munching on fish and chips, Ben chimed in, “Cornelia, these fish and chips, you made them especially for me, didn’t you?”

Cornelia responded with a smile, “Yeah, you’ve been craving good of fish and chips recently. So I made it just for you. What do you think of the taste?”

Ben took a small sip from his glass, “Cornelia, not to butter you up, but your cooking skills are way better than many professional chefs. If you ever get tired of working at the Hartley Group, you should consider opening your own restaurant”

Cornelia laughed. “Thanks for the compliment, Ben! If you ever crave it again, let me know. I’ll whip it up for you”

Ayden, whod been silent all along, was engrossed in his meal, oblivious to the changing atmosphere around the table

Dr. Dawson, who had more life experience than anyone else present, sensed the change. She knew it was because of Cornelia and Ben.

Dr. Dawson glanced at Marcus, who had been all smiles just a moment ago. His mood had soured because Cornelia had prepared a dish for another man, “Marc. Cornelia prepared each of our favorite dishes, including yours”

Cornelia also sensed his shift in mood, but she had no idea she was the cause. She raised her glass, President Hartley, here’s to you. Thanks for taking care of me this past year”

Marcus’s long, good–looking fingers drummed rhythmically on his glass. His gaze at Cornelia held a hint of dissatisfaction, What about mine?”