Chapter 35 Dinner Went Wrong

• The restaurant buzzed with muted conversations as Ava adjusted her blazer, her eyes flitting over the elegant setup. Across from her, Liam leaned back in his chair, flashing an easy smile.
• “This is nice,” he said, gesturing to the candlelit table. “I wasn’t sure you’d accept.”
• Ava smirked, swirling her water glass. “Why wouldn’t I? We’ve worked together for months now. Besides, I could use a distraction.”