Chapter 1397

Grace smiled and said, "They're all busy. Let me introduce you. This is James' girlfriend, Abigail Newman." The diner owner, a plump woman with a warm demeanor, beamed at Abigail. "Oh, James' girlfriend? That boy sure knows how to pick them!" Abigail's face heated up. "No, um… we just started dating," she stammered, feeling both shy and a little flustered. Grace chuckled, greeting the owner like an old friend. "Mrs. Holt, where's Mr. Holt?" Donna Holt gestured toward the kitchen. "One of our cooks called in sick, so he's back there manning the grill." Grace nodded, then grinned. "Mrs. Holt, it's just the two of us today. There's no need for the menu—just surprise us." "Got it! How about two cheeseburgers and fries? James always loved a good burger. Abigail, are you good with that?" Grace answered for both of them. "We're not picky. Just do your thing." "Alright. I'll fix you up with something good." A few minutes later, Donna returned with two sodas and a couple of appetizer