Chapter 170
Bowen dispatched Samson to pick up the guests at the airport.
The dinner was set at a characteristic restaurant on the outskirts of the city.
When Aubree arrived with Vincent and the others, she noticed chickens and ducks kept in fenced areas in the courtyard.
‘I always thought someone like Bowen would book five–star hotels or restaurants for business meetings, she mused. ‘Never expected him to be this
characteristic!
But then again, Aubree thought, it makes sense since Bowen and Aidan are friends.
“Hi, Mr. Turner,” the owner greeted them with a broad smile. “Everything’s all set.”
When his gaze landed on Aubree standing beside Bowen, his smile grew even wider.
Aubree coughed awkwardly.
“Why is he smiling like that?‘ she wondered.
“Much appreciated,” Bowen said.
The owner ushered them inside. “No trouble at all, please come right in ”
They had barely settled into the private room when Samson ushered in Aidan and Isla, a pair of foreigners
The man, Aidan, was dressed in a gentlemanly manner and carned a walking cane. Just a half-step behind him trailed isla, who looked far more playful with twin braids and blinking eyes, she looked just like a doll.
“Bowen, I miss you so much,”
isla beamed, a radiant smile spreading across her face as she flung herself into Bowen’s arms.
Caught completely off guard, Bowen instinctively glanced at Aubree, who merely glanced back, showing no further reaction.
Bowen’s heart sank as he noticed Aubree’s indifference. Applying more force, he pushed isla away and, speaking in perfect accent, said, “Isla, that was highly improper
“Bowen Isla instantly wilted, her whole demeanor deflating
Aidan’s gaze shifted from Bowen to Aubree, a thoughtful gleam deepening in his eyes as he gently pulled his sister back to his side. “isla, what exactly did you promise me before we came
“You must be Miss Miller. My sister is quite vivacious–please excuse her manners,” Aidan said in Lumanonish
Bowen leaned in close to Aubree’s ear and murmured, “Aidan has quite a few Lumanonish business partners, so his Lumanonish is excellent, Isla can understand it but can’t speak it–so feel free to use Lumanonish.”
Bowen’s warm breath fanned Aubree’s ear. She couldn’t quite tell if shitmorencomfortable ormone shy. Turning her head away, she subtly shifted to the side
Bowen caught every nuance of her reaction
knowing smile playing on his lips before subtly fading away
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