Chapter 890
Heartbreak Brings Mr. Right
As he took a seat opposite Lindsey by the window, Reece glanced around appreciatively and said with a smile, âThis restaurant is lovely.
Youâve been very thoughtful.
â
Then, noticing the space beside Lindsey, he inquired, âIs it just the two of us?â
Lindsey knew Reece was curious about Selahâs absence.
After all, the dinner invitation was initially for Selahâs benefit.
It made sense for Reece to expect her to be present.
As Lindsey poured water into Reeceâs glass, she said, ââSelahâs been swamped with work lately.
Iâll thank you on her behalf.
She mentioned she would treat you to a meal once sheâs free.
â
Reece raised his eyebrows, comprehending Lindseyâs underlying message.
âMiss Stewart, your invitation today isnât solely about Selah, is it?â
Lindsey settled back into her seat, her clear eyes meeting Reeceâs.
With a smile, she replied, âYouâre a perceptive lawyer, Mr.
Barton.
I appreciate conversing with sharp minds like yours.
â
Reece, rubbing the glass with his slender fingers, said, âI prefer straightforwardness.
If you have something to say, please do.
â
Lindseyâs smile remained gentle.
âNo rush.
Letâs discuss it while eating.
â
As the dishes were placed on the table, Reece wasted no time, diving into the meal while occasionally glancing at Lindsey, anticipating her to reveal her true intentions.
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Finding it easier to engage with Reece than she had anticipated,
Lindsey felt a wave of relief.
She then opened up about her companyâs struggles, expressing her hope that Reece could become their lawyer and help win the cases.
Reece listened intently without interruption.
When Lindsey finished, she nervously added, âMr.
Barton, please name your fee.
As long as itâs within my means, I wonât hesitate to pay.
â
Only then did Reece set down his fork and look up at her.
With a slight smile, he said, âItâs not a significant issue.
But thereâs a question Iâve always wanted to ask you.
Would you mind answering it?â
Lindsey felt a wave of confusion wash over her.
âWhatâs your question?â
Reece leaned back in his chair, dabbing his mouth with a napkin, and scrutinized Lindsey intently.
âDo you know Domenic Walsh?â
The mention of Domenicâs name made Lindseyâs eyes narrow and her heart ache inexplicably.
Why would Reece bring up Domenic? Did they know each other?
With a stiff expression, Lindsey frowned at Reece.
âMr.
Barton, do you know him?â
âYou havenât answered my question yet!â Reece persisted, waiting for
Lindseyâs response.
There was no reason for Lindsey to hide the truth from Reece.
She answered candidly, âYes.
â
âAnd what is your relationship with him?â