Chapter 1010 Hailey stepped into the restaurant, spotting Yeager seated in a cozy round booth. Seeing her, he immediately stood up and waved, âHailey, over here!â
Looking at the handsome Yeager, Hailey was a bit nervous and wanted to withdraw. But she was already here, and she had to face it no matter what.
She clenched her hands and walked towards Yeager, only then spotting the middleâaged couple seated in the innermost part.
The man was dressed in a sharp suit with a black tie, standing tall and handsome, bearing a slight resemblance to Yeager.
The woman was elegant with a slim figure and a refined, kindâhearted look.
Upon seeing Hailey, they immediately put on welcoming smiles, âMs. Vulpe, please come in and have a seat.â
They were very warm, asking Hailey to sit down and asking her what sheâd like to eat, letting her order her own food, while Yeager was busy calling the waiter.
The friendly attitudes of the three eased Haileyâs nerves. She ordered some drinks and then told them not to fuss over her anymore.
Yeagerâs father was not much of a talker, leaving most of the conversation to Yeagerâs mother, Janice Alis. She inquired, âMs. Vulpe, how long have you and Yeager been dating?â
Hailey glanced at Yeager, who was cutting his steak, and replied, âAbout two months, not a very long time...â
A smile graced Janiceâs gentle face as she said, âAlthough the time is short, Yeager mentioned that heâs liked you since high school. Such youthful feelings... quite romantic...â
After Yeager finished cutting the steak, he placed it on Haileyâs plate. She thanked him, then continued answering Janice, âI only found out about this two months ago at a blind date banquet. When we were in school, I had no idea about his feelings.â
Janiceâs serene expression changed slightly, but Yeager quickly jumped in to add, âThose were all my thoughts at the time. Hailey probably didnât even know I existed.â
Janice laughed and teased, âSo, Ms. Vulpe, were you quite popular in school? Were you the top scholar of the whole school?â
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Holding her knife and fork, Hailey froze slightly. Just when she was about to explain, Yeager spoke up, âMom, letâs not bring up the past. Itâs quite embarrassing to talk about it too much.â
Janice looked at Yeager and smiled indulgently, âAlright, we wonât talk about it.â
Yeagerâs brows relaxed, and he cut some foie gras for Hailey, placing it on her plate with great care.
Hailey originally wanted to eat quietly, but after a few bites, Janice asked again, âMs. Vulpe, youâre planning to marry my son, arenât you? There are some things Iâd like to clarify in advance. I hope you donât mind...â
Hailey put down her cutlery and looked up at Janice, âMy lady, feel free to ask anything. I donât mind.â
She was very polite to her elders. Janice nodded approvingly, âI heard that youâre an orphan, without parents. How have you been living these years?â
Hailey answered straightforwardly, âI was in an orphanage when I was young, and I worked partâtime jobs to support myself after growing up.
Whether it was in a convenience store or a small restaurant, as long as there was an opportunity, I took it.â
Janice looked at her with sympathy in her eyes, âIt must have been tough. Working in a small restaurant wouldnât bring much income. How did you become the owner of a nightclub at such a young age?â
Hearing these two questions, Hailey understood that Janice was questioning the source of her wealth.
Her background would indeed raise doubts, but Hailey didnât blame Janice. She stated the truth, âI worked in the entertainment industry after graduating from high school and saved some money. Then, two of my relatives had an accident and left me some property. I took some of the money and bought shares in The Secret Garden. After making a return, I paid back my friend. Thatâs how I made my money.â
After listening, Janice nodded thoughtfully, âI see. But youâre so young. A stable job would suffice. Why did you specifically choose this industry? Do you have any particular reasons?â