Chapter 212 Watched from Across the Street
Besides, the Sherwoods‘ heir was still unmarried. Even if he had a girlfriend, she was just a girlfriend, so it made sense that Caroline wasn’t afraid.
“Linden told me last night. He said Mr. Sherwood himself said Caroline is his fiancée,” Helen said through gritted teeth, her face green with
Ousy. “Mom, if that’s true, then there’s no way we can shut down her
restaurant.”
She didn’t want to believe it was true, but Linden didn’t seem like he was lying.
Now her mind was a mess, unsure of what was true.
Meanwhile, Caroline was busy in the restaurant, unaware that several cyes were watching her place from across the street.
After yesterday’s incident at the restaurant, she was terrified someone else would come to cause trouble She kept snatching moments away from the busy kitchen to run out and check.
Seeing her on edge, Maia said, “Caroline, don’t be so nervous: Dr. Sherwood said he’d take care of it, and he’s likely a man of his word. Besides, no one’s caused any trouble at the restaurant since last night, so it should be fine.”
Caroline never thought Blake would actually be able to keep Linden in check.
It was unreal.
In Kingville, the only ones tougher than the Graysons were the Sherwoods of Sherwood Group.
Could Blake be one of the Sherwoods?
It was the only logical explanation. Besides, Blake was the one who got her the catering job for Sherwood Group before, which just confirmed her suspicions.
Blake is connected to the Sherwoods.
Seeing more customers arrive, Caroline pushed her thoughts aside.
“We should still be careful these next few days. Just in case anyone tries to cause trouble again, we’ll be ready.”
“Got it, I’ll keep an eye out, too.”
With that, Caroline headed to the kitchen while Maia took care of the customers.
Before she realized it, it was already past 2 p.m.
At this hour, the restaurant was almost empty. After cleaning the kitchen, Caroline called Blake.
“Are you free tonight? I’ll treat you to a big meal.”
Blake’s voice came back cheerful, with a hint of a smile. “You’re cooking again?”
Caroline paused, then laughed. “How did you know?”
Looking back, every time Blake helped her, she’d invite him over to thank him with a meal.
Chapter 212 Watched from Across the Street
Since he’d helped her so much this time, she felt even more grateful and curious if, as she suspected BI was connected to the Sherwoods.
If that was true, she wouldn’t have to worry so much about Linden causing trouble at the restaurant anymore.
Blake didn’t answer her question. Instead, he said, “I’ve got something to do tonight, might be busy until late at night. How about grabbing a coffee now? I’m free.”
Caroline hesitated, then agreed. “Sounds good.”
It worked out since the restaurant wouldn’t get busy for another two hours, so she had enough time.
“Are you at the restaurant now?”
“Yes.”
“Okay, wait a few minutes. I’ll come pick you up.”
Before Caroline could respond, Blake hung up.
In less than ten minutes, his white car pulled up in front of the restaurant.
He parked his car roadside and stepped out. From inside the restaurant, Caroline spotted him, quickly waved to Maia, then ran to him.
When she reached him, she smiled sweetly. “You pick the coffee shop, I’ll follow.”
A gentle breeze blew by, scattering a few dry leaves fell from the tree. One landed on Caroline’s head.
Seeing she didn’t notice, Blake reached out to brush it off.
Caroline caught sight of his hand moving closer and her heart skipped a beat. Confused and flustered, she instinctively stepped back two steps.
Blake’s hand hung in the air for a moment before quickly brushing off the leaf. “You had something on your
head.”
Caroline looked at the leaf, a bit embarrassed. “Thanks.”
This small moment between them was caught clearly by the three women who had just left the restaurant across the street.
Ruth spoke first, “Did you see? Caroline’s with another man again. If she really is Mr. Sherwood’s fiancée, why’s she hanging out with someone else? Isn’t that just asking for trouble?”
Alaina’s eyes widened as she stared at the man beside Caroline. “I’ve seen him before. He was the guy who framed Helen at the banquet that day. Helen, remember?”
“How could I forget? He was the one who insisted on helping Caroline that day, making me look like a fool in front of everyone!” Helen’s eyes narrowed, burned with fury.
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