The Betrayed Princess Rising (Lylah and Ezra) novel Chapter 102

Iris had often come to the restaurant with Isaac, and she hoped Lylah would love it as much as she and Isaac did.

No sooner had they settled than Lylah’s phone buzzed insistently.

“Sorry, I have to take this. My husband’s calling,” Lylah said.

“Yeah, yeah,” Iris waved her off, already sensing the charge in Lylah’s stance.

On the other end, Ezra’s deep, commanding voice filled the line. Lylah had tried calling him earlier to share the news, but Damon said he was in a meeting and would call back once it ended.

“We should celebrate it,” Ezra said.

“I’m with Iris right now,” Lylah replied lightly, “Maybe I can bring something over for you later?”

*Enjoy your time then. No need to bring anything. Also, use the card I gave you to cover everything.”

When Lylah returned to the table, she rifled through her bag.

The sleek black card caught the light, its polished surface gleaming against the fabric. She stilled, a flicker of awe passing through her. She still could hardly believe it–this was the kind of card only the most powerful figures in Verdanth possessed, and now it rested in her hand to use.

Iris chuckled, her eyes glinting with mischief. “Wow, you’re blushing, Lylah. Your husband really knows how to tease you, doesn’t he?”

Lylah shook her head, smiling softly as she sank back into her seat. “It’s nothing like that,” though her pulse betrayed her calm.

Before Iris could press the teasing, a server approached, and they placed their orders.

Soon, the dishes arrived, fragrant and artfully presented. Every bite was a revelation, and they ate in quiet appreciation, savoring more than just the flavors.

Their moment was briefly interrupted when a server returned.

“Ladies, we are out of the Louis Lafite required for the Delicate Abalone Rice. Tonight, we’ll substitute Romanée–Conti.”

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