Chapter 79
Chapter 79
The dishes were promptly served on the table, and my attention was immediately drawn to the food.
“Try the grilled pork ribs,” Tom said, placing a rib onto my plate. “They’re grilled and served with mushrooms. The ribs have absorbed all the flavors, so they taste pretty amazing.”
I quickly took a bite. It was more than just good. It was delicious and tender, with a flavor that exploded in my mouth like fireworks.
“Mm, it’s so delicious.”
“Eat slowly.” Tom chuckled lightly and handed me a napkin. “The food here is decent. And the ingredients are clean and fresh.”
I nodded and continued eating. I was too focused on the food to speak. It was all because of the pregnancy. It looked like the baby in my belly had
cravings too.
I hadn’t had much morning sickness since I got pregnant, except for not being able to stand the smell of smoke and alcohol. But every day, I found myself craving good food.
Apart from that, the baby didn’t bother me much, so they seemed well–behaved.
“Here’s the braised lamb shank. The ingredients may be simple, but the preparation is quite complicated–frying, simmering, and braising. But the flavor is just average. If I get the chance, I’ll make one for you that’s far better than this.”
I took a bite of the lamb and looked at him. This was already delicious! And he said he could make it taste better than this?
His words immediately raised my expectations.
After returning from Drixmont this time, I’d go to the market to buy a lamb shank and have Tom cook it for me.
I was full after finishing the meal.
“Let’s go. There’s a mall next door. We can buy some clothes. Consider it a way to walk off the meal.” Tom stood up, his jacket draped over his arm.
“No thank you. I already have clothes suitable for any occasion, and I’m sure I won’t embarrass you…”
Tom looked at me with a smile. “Are you sure you have clothes for meeting the in–laws?“”
I froze momentarily, unsure if I had heard him correctly.
Tom curled his lips into a smile. “I forgot to mention. This trip to Drixmont is to meet my grandmother, and I’m supposed to bring my girlfriend. Otherwise, she won’t see me.”
“Huh? Then…” I was at a loss for words. “Why didn’t you tell me earlier?”
“If I had told you earlier, would you have agreed?”
Of course, I wouldn’t have.
Tom’s eyes were deep and filled with a smile. “I asked you before if you were worried I might sell you off, and you said you weren’t”
I was left speechless. Who would have thought Tom would pull something like this on me?
And who would have guessed that Dawn’s casual joke back then would be so spot–on?
“But… my background…” I still had some concerns.
“It’s fine.” Before I could finish, Tom smiled. “Your identity as my life–saver is more than enough.”
“Honestly, I didn’t want to trick you, but my grandma is really pushing me. If I don’t bring a girl to meet her, she’ll probably show up in Fuvine with a cane and break my legs. Don’t worry. Anyway, I’ll be bringing you back with me. If she’s not satisfied, that’s even better: You’re just there to play along with my act.”
I thought for a moment and realized Tom had a point.
If he brought another woman, given how much Rose wanted him to marry quickly, Rose would agree as long as the woman wasn’t completely unsuitable.
