NovelEnglishMarcus simply smiled down at his tea cup, not offering a reply.
Millie, meanwhile, understood that Kai’s request was for Marcus to invest in developing Tea Mount further.
Observing Marcus’ noncommittal response, Kai wore a knowing smile.
“Mr, Thomas, please do stay here with your wife for a few more days. Should you need anything, don’t hesitate to ask,” he offered graciously.
Marcus offered a subtle nod, taking a sip of his tea.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt“Thank you very much.”
Kai then rose, his voice filled with enthusiasm, “The meal is served. I’ve specifically instructed the kitchen to prepare local specialties. Let’s proceed to dine.”
Together, the tmade their way to the dining room, where a large red round table was laden with exquisite dishes. There, Millie met Kai’s wife, who greeted them warmly in a beautiful blue cheongsan.
“Mr. Thomas, Mrs, Thomas, please take your seats,” she beckoned.
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Millie thought to herself that Mrs. Bryant appeared to be a gentle and virtuous woman.
Once seated, Kai encouraged them, “Help yourselves.”
Marcus reached for his fork, serving Millie a shrimp first.
“This is a local delicacy. It’s fragrant. Give it a try
Witnessing this gesture, Kai and his wife exchanged smiles and teased, “Mr. Thomas certainly has a fondness for Mrs. Thomas.”
Blushing, Millie felt a bit awkward but took a bite of the shrimp, which was infused with the flavor of tea. It was her first texperiencing such a dish.
After the meal, Kai guided Marcus and Millie to the town.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmUpon arrival, Millie was taken aback by the sight of many women donned in various styles of cheongsam, exuding elegance like picturesque scenes. She realized how perfectly tea and cheongsam complemented one another.
Mrs. Bryant, Leslie then explained with a smile, “This town is affectionately known as Cheongsam Town. The local artisans are renowned for their dexterity and skill in crafting cheongsam
That clarified why so many were adorned in such attire.
“Mrs. Thomas, would you like to try on a cheongsam?” Leslie inquired, eyeing Millie’s figure. Millie was not overweight but rather shapely, and Leslie believed she would look stunning in a cheongsam.
Taken aback, Millie’s gaze shifted to a shop nearby selling cheongsam. The garments were undoubtedly beautiful, and she felt a twinge of temptation, but she was also slightly shy about wearing one.
Marcus glanced at Millie, encouragingly suggesting, “Why not give it a try?” He couldn’t help but remember the first the saw her in a cheongsam on their wedding day. Despite his anger at the time, he had been astonished to see her descending the stairs toward him in that red cheongsam. Millie’s eyes flickered, and she hesitated for a moment.
“I’LL accompany you to choose one, It will surely look wonderful on you,” Leslie reassured, taking Millie’s hand and leading her into a nearby cheongsam shop.
The shelves were filled with an array of cheongsams, leaving Millie somewhat dazzled.
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