Chapter 248

Conrad picked up the menu, his slender fingers flipping it open without much thought. "These fruits and veggies are easy on the stomach and tastier than you'd think. Try a bit more later." Calliope reached for another menu. Sure enough, the dishes inside looked like something straight out of a magazine-top-notch in plating, but not a single price tag to be found. Clearly, folks who came here didn't care about the cost. The door to the private room creaked open, and in rolled none other than Mr. Hilliard himself. As soon as he entered, he smiled and greeted them, voice smooth like warm jade. "How's the food? Good?" Reflexively, Calliope stood up. "Mr. Hilliard, you're being too kind. Really, this meal-" But Conrad stayed planted, calm and steady. He grabbed a new cup and took his time rinsing it with hot water. Getting slightly flustered, Calliope tugged the hem of his shirt under the table. No reaction. She gave it another pull. Still no movement. Lucas chuckled, lifting a hand. "Have