Chapter 101 It Turns Out Nancy Wanted This

Nancy followed Joseph into a lavish, high-end restaurant. The place was members-only, prized for its privacy. A waiter led them down a hushed corridor into an elegant private room with a stunning view. Joseph gallantly pulled out a chair for her, every gesture deliberately imitating a gentleman's grace. Yet no matter how polished his act, the scheming glint in his eyes could not be concealed. Keeping her expression calm, Nancy sat down. She forced herself to swallow her disgust, knowing that if she wanted the XL serum, she had to play along. Everything about this man made her uneasy. Seeing her seated so obediently, Joseph's smile deepened. He snapped his fingers, and the waiter instantly appeared with a menu. "Order whatever you like," he said, sliding it toward her while his body leaned in with feigned intimacy. Nancy did not even glance at it. Her tone was cool. "You decide, Mr. Gates." He did not press her. With practiced ease, he ordered several of the restaurant's signature