Chapter 105
Elizabeth glared at Esme, wondering what she was up to
Esme stared back, plotting her revenge.
Elizabeth had made her bury so many drinks at the har, and she hadn’t forgotten.
“Ms. Russell, what do you want to eat? It’s on me, Elizabeth said serinde.
People anund them sensed the tension.
Esme called the water men. “What’s the most expensive thing here?
“We have five premium lobsters, each at thirty thousand dollars, the waiter replied.
Everyone gasped. Thirty thouund rach?
“We’ll take them all.” Exne smiled
The waiter hesitated, “All of them?”
Este sipped her water and asked, “What’s wrong, M. Perry? Can’t handle the cost?
The Percy family had made a big impression at the hospital today, making the cardiothoracic department the place to be
However, if Elizabeth was reluctant to pay the bill during a dinner with colleagues, she would have become a laughingstock.
Everyone looked at Elizabeth, not daring to speak. It was clear Ene had a grudge.
“Sure.” Elizabeth said, smiling.
She nodded at the waiter Prepare them in different ways so everyone can try.
“Got it, Ms. Percy,” the waiter nodded.
Everyone admired her.
Esme’s face turned cold. She gripped her glass, fuming.
Suddenly, Esme’s phone rang
Sering the caller ID, she smiled and answered softly. “Alexander
Hearing her words, Elizabeth paused mid drink, then silently continued.
at the restaurant across from the hospital, private room 3012, having a department dinner.”
Esme hung up.
The water started serving beautifully plated seafood dishes,
Elizabeth pointed outside. I’m going to the restroom.
Everyone acknowledged her.
Elizabeth
alked out and sig
Being
g with Eine was always upperssive.
She walked to the bar and tapped the counter.
“Hello, I’d like to settle the bill for private com 3022,”
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Elizabeth was surprised because she hadn’t said that!
She turned and saw Alexander’s expressionless face.
He glanced down and saw Elizabeth.
What was she doing here?
The bar staff said, “Sir, the total for private room 3022 is 180,000 dollars.”
Alexander squinted. 180,000 dollars? In this mid–range restaurant?
Elizabeth pursed her lips and brushed away Alexander’s credit card. “I’ll pay.
“Are you in the s same department as Esme?” Alexander was surprised.
“Yes, Leven sit across from her, Ilizabeth said calmly, handing over her credit card.
Before the waiter could take it, Alexander’s hand reached out and took her card.
“I’ll handle it.” Alexander’s voice softened
Elizabeth didn’t understand what’s Alexander’s intention.
“It’s my first day at w work, and I’m treating the department to dinner. You don’t need to pay,” Elizabeth explained.
“Don’t overthink it; it’s not for you,” he insisted, handing over his card. “Esme’s mad at me because of what you said earlier. I’m making it up to her.”
