Chapter 436 Hosting Guests (Part Four)

• "Still deciding on your order? It looks like you all are determined to eat me out of house and home today," Chadwick Fullner joked. He didn't mind how much they ate. Since he had offered to treat them, he wanted everyone to have a good time. He was no longer the young man struggling with money. Treating guests used to mean eating at a cheap eatery, and sometimes even having the other person pay. Despite being in more debt now, he owned two shops. His confidence and mood when hosting guests had improved significantly.
• Everyone understood his humor and bantered back with smiles. Chadwick Fullner couldn't help but remark, "It's really lively." What seemed ordinary before now felt bustling and vibrant with everyone from both shops gathered together for a meal.
• It had been a while since Chadwick Fullner had experienced such a lively gathering. The last time was in Semmei, where they would go out for dinner and karaoke after an event. Since leaving Semmei, his life had become solitary, with only Samantha Wembley, Madison Sawyer, and Kate Penrose as his companions. There were no more lively moments like this. Moreover, being broke and in debt made him hesitant to join even if invited. Therefore, this lively atmosphere was a rare delight for him, especially with the youthful energy of the group, including a few college students. It brought back memories of their college days, dining together, arguing over orders, enjoying the food eagerly, getting tipsy, and sharing nonsensical conversations.