Flora’s Guide to a Second Chance at Love and Life novel Chapter 1253

Joey gave his forehead a light tap, "Alright, alright, just let me know what you fancy, and I'll have the kitchen whip it up for you."

Pondering her options, Flora said, "I'd love some braised carp, sweet and sour ribs, roast duck, marinated quail... and how about a side of sautéed cabbage?"

Joey and Gerald's jaws practically hit the floor.

"Can you really eat all that?" Joey managed to ask after a gulp.

"Just about, maybe eighty percent full," Flora replied with a modest shrug.

Joey's mouth twitched in amusement.

Who would’ve guessed? This slender girl sure could pack it away.

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After leaving Mae's room, Flora headed back to her quarters.

Connor had somehow slipped in unnoticed, carrying a hefty bag.

"Moss and Beck dropped by, and I had them bring you these," he said with a grin.

Intrigued, Flora dug into the bag, discovering it was brimming with all sorts of snacks and candies.

"Wow, that's a lot!"

"I trust in your ability to tackle them," Connor chuckled softly. "Once you're done, I'll send them for more."

He picked up a piece of fruit candy, peeled off the wrapper, and offered it to Flora, "Open wide."

Flora opened her mouth, letting the candy roll in with a playful flick of her tongue that brushed against Connor’s fingers.

"Oh, that reminds me of something."

He was leading this round of the family heirs' assessment. Normally, Shadow from the first squad would take charge, but after an unfortunate encounter with Flora, he was still laying low.

Jonathan, the head honcho of the Enforcement Division, had bigger fish to fry, so Rory was holding the reins. Kenneth, the ninth squad captain, was his right-hand man, with instructors pulled from various squads.

"Remember, you’re here to train and bring glory to your families. Your actions reflect on them! If you mess up, your family takes the hit. Got it?!"

"Got it!" they shouted back, full of energy.

"Good. Now, let’s check your bags. If you’ve got anything you shouldn’t, now’s the time to fess up!"

"Yes, sir!"

The instructors moved in to start their inspection.

Jacob clutched his bag tightly, his heart pounding. It was filled with his beloved snacks—his lifeline! Like Flora, he had a penchant for munchies, and if they took his stash, he'd be devastated!