First Loves Return Heiress Strikes Back novel Chapter 404

Chapter 404 

New York was too small. 

Mariela never expected to run into Lennon here. 

Mariela was lost in thought when Bryce suddenly said from behind her, “Mr. Stark, what a coincidence. Are you also here for a meal? 

Lennon sounded indifferent and looked calm. He answered, “Yes.” 

Mariela didn’t know what to say, so she decided not to speak and walked straight into the restaurant, bypassing Lennon. 

The waiter came over to attend to Mariela.“Excuse me, Ma’am. Do you have a reservation, and how many people are you 

Mariela replied calmly, “Yes, we have a reservation. The name is Bryce Vance.” 

with? 

Menu 

“Yes. Please follow me.” 

Seeing Mariela 

go after the waiter, Bryce smiled and met Lennon’s gaze.“Mr. Stark, I’ll take my leave first.” 

Lennon stood in place, lowering his gaze. 

That day was Valentine’s Day. 

Lennon wondered, “Why would Marie have lunch with Bryce on such a special day? 

“Is it a date?” 

and 

The bitterness in Lennon’s heart got stronger stronger. 

Lennon’s throat tightened, and he stood still like a statue. His legs even got numb. 

Lennon did not respond. 

Noticing that, Bryce turned his eyes away from Lennon. 

The restaurant was dimly lit, creating a romantic atmosphere. Lennon’s mood was as dim as the light. 

A faint smile appeared on Bryce’s face, as Bryce knew Lennon had misunderstood. 

It was easy to misunderstand lunch as a date on this special day. 

Bryce did not intend to explain. 

Bryce walked past Lennon with confident strides and went after Mariela ahead. 

In the compartment. 

Mariela sat there, absent–minded. 

Even when Bryce pushed the door open, Mariela didn’t notice. 

“Ms. Logan,” Bryce called when he pulled out a chair and sat down.