Chapter 99
After a brief pause, Suzanne slowly said, “I want to make something for Austin”
Only treating Austin to a meal seemed insincere. After all, that was something money could easily buy.
Rita was a little surprised but quickly replied, “Sure! Mr. Hall likes.
She rattled off a list of Austin’s favorite dishes, and Suzanne nodded as she mentally took note of each one.
Concerned about Suzanne’s cooking skills, Rita gently offered, “Is there anything I can help you with, Mrs. Hall?”
She didn’t want Suzanne to feel awkward if she wasn’t confident in the kitchen.
But Suzanne shook her head, politely declining the offer. “No need, Rita. You can go about your tasks now.”
Rita couldn’t bring herself to leave.
What it Suzanne accidentally hurt herself while cooking? Austin would be heartbroken
With a warm smile, Rita said, “I don’t have much to do right now. I’ll stay and lend you a hand.”
Suzanne nodded in agreement this time. “Okay.”
Without further conversation, Suzanne started pulling ingredients from the refrigerator and preparing to cook.
She cleaned and chopped vegetables before moving to the stove. She effortlessly completed a steamed, stir–fried, and braised dish. In fact, Rita’s assistance wasn’t necessary at all.
Kita was stunned by Suzanne’s smooth and skillful life work. Suzanne could actually cook!
Even just the rich aroma filling the kitchen promised that the dishes would taste amazing
Rite looked at her in disbelief, sincerely exclaiming. “Mrs. Hall, you’re amazing!” Suzanne curved her lips into a light smile before uttering, “I’m okay at it.”
In truth, she hadn’t always been skilled in the kitchen.
alive. Her mother had always said Suzanne’s hands weren’t meant for
Suzanne had never even stepped foot in the kitchen when her mother was still ali cooking as she needed to keep them beautiful, just like the hands of a princess.
Once the finished cooking, she packed a portion for Austin and left the rest at home before heading out the door.
Rita stood at the door, watching Suzanne’s car drive away, her face beaming “Finally, Mr. Hall is in for a treat.”
She glanced at the food container on the passenger seat, a small smile playing on her lips.
Just then, her phone rang, The caller ID showed that it was Shane.
She answered, “Is there new work?”
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