“You misunderstood,” Natalie said. “He’s my friend.”
Nicholas’s ears perked up as if he’d caught a signal. “We’re not just friends. We’re on a blind date!”
Natalie was speechless.
The owner chuckled. “Don’t be shy, Natalie.”
Natalie was at a loss for words. What was there to be shy about? And since when were they on a blind date? As far as she was concerned, she was just having a working lunch with Nicholas. She had to get back to the office.
“Ma’am, you’ve really misunderstood. There’s nothing going on between us. He’s even younger than me. It’s not the kind of relationship you’re thinking of.”
“So what if he’s younger? Dating a younger man is all the rage these days.”
Natalie fell silent.
Nicholas chimed in, “That’s right! It’s the best!”
Natalie said, “Ma’am, let me pay you for another hamburger. Please make one for him. He’s clearly not full, and he’s talking way too much!”
“Ma’am, don’t worry about it. I have to give her a ride,” Nicholas said. “Ma’am, I’m pursuing her, she just hasn’t said yes yet.”
“See? The young man is quite honest. Natalie, stop teasing the kid. He’s good-looking, you should consider him.”
“Exactly! See, ma’am? You have great taste. No wonder your wonton soup is so delicious.”
“If it’s so delicious, you can stay here and eat it. I’ve paid. Goodbye.”
With that, Natalie walked out, hailed a taxi, and left immediately. She was in a hurry to get back to work, leaving Nicholas stunned.

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